In this edition of our union newsletter you’ll find the following

• Officer nominations
• Flex Pool Discussions
• Hospital staffing committee update
• Safety Committee openings
• Leadership Convention Sponsorships
• Contract Update

Officer Nominations are now OPEN! 

Are you interested in representing our nurses at Pullman Regional for all things union related? All of our nurse leader positions are open for nomination through April 21, 2026. Our local officers help set the vision for our local unit, help educate our membership on their rights, enforce the contract, bargain the next contract, and much much more! Nominate yourself and a colleague, all training provided by WSNA. Commitments include a monthly check in with our WSNA Nurse Representative, quarterly meetings with nursing leadership to address nurse concerns, and other opportunities as they arise.

Nurses must be a due paying member in good standing to hold office. Follow this link to complete your nomination TODAY!

Flex Pool Discussions

Leadership at Pullman Regional has notified our union that they would like to enter discussion and bargain about creating a float/flex pool. While they previously mentioned this before contract bargaining to mitigate leaves of absence, we were surprised when they made no proposals during our contract bargaining.

WSNA represents all nurses at Pullman for wages, hours, and working conditions and so creation of a flex pool is a mandatory subject of bargaining. In the past our union offered short term contract language that would enable part-time and per diem nurses to work full-time schedules for lump sum amounts of money to help cover leaves of absence. That was ultimately rejected by the Employer.

We don’t know what a flex pool means for our nurses at Pullman Regional and we have a Conference Committee meeting scheduled April 30 to begin discussions with the Employer. Nurses with concerns or questions should email their nurse representative.

Hospital Staffing Committee Update

Are you interested in having a voice in nurse staffing decisions? Would you like to represent our peers and help shape staffing levels on your unit? Our hospital staffing committee currently has openings, and we’d love for you to get involved! This is a great opportunity for nurses to make a meaningful impact.

Committee Details:

• Paid time to attend
• Relief from duty if you are working
• Virtual meeting format
• Meets the first Monday of each month from 7:30-9a
• Focused discussions on staffing plans and addressing staffing concerns

Nominate yourself or a colleague you think would be an excellent fit. Must be a member in good standing, term to start June 2026. All training provided. Follow this link to complete your nomination!

https://forms.office.com/r/28jp3rMMvz

Safety Committee

We are looking for 1-2 nurses interested in serving on our safety committee. This committee is covered in Article 9.25 of our contract. The hospital safety committee is a multi-disciplinary committee that meets on a regular basis.  This committee shall consider and develop recommendations on health and safety matters of concern to registered nurses, including, but not limited to, workplace violence, infectious diseases, ergonomics, chemical hazards, security and physical safety, radiation, reduction of latex in the workplace, safe needle devices, back injuries and safe education. Time at the safety committee meeting will be paid at the nurses’ regular rate of pay. If you’re interested in advocating for our nurses for issues concerning safety and workplace violence, email Alle Machorro WSNA Nurse Reo at amachorro@wsna.org

WSNA Leadership Convention- 2 FREE SPOTS LEFT

We have 2 free spots left for Pullman nurses to attend our WSNA Leadership Convention in Wenatchee, WA! Deadline to register for the event is Monday April 13, 2026. Discounted hotel registration is open through April 10, 2026.

Nurses can expect to hear from dynamic guest speakers and to have the opportunity to participate in breakout sessions that will increase your knowledge about being a leader in the union and in our local unit.

This year’s agenda is designed to strengthen you at every stage of your local unit leadership journey. Whether you’re a first-time steward or an experienced local unit officer, you’ll find focused, practical training.

• AI Discussion
  • Learn how AI tools can support your work.
• Vital stats: Checking the pulse of your unit
  • Create action plans to keep our unit strong between contracts.
• Steward Training (2 parts)
  • Step into your role as a leader. Gain the tools, confidence, and hands-on experience to defend our contract, represent our colleagues, and stand strong in meetings with management.
• Local Unit Officer Training (2 parts)
  • Take your leadership to the next level. Strengthen your skills in strategic planning, effective delegation, and building strong leadership teams.
• Building Power in Small Units: Winning with Strategy, Not Size
  • Designed for smaller units, this session shares proven strategies to amplify our influence, grow membership, and keep our issues front and center.

There’s so much more. Explore the full agenda and register today.

Strong local units depend on strong leaders. You’ll leave the conference with practical skills you can use immediately – and stronger connections with nurse leaders across the state who share your challenges and priorities

Contract Update

All the signatures have finally been collected on our new contract. Nurses can expect to see our new contract posted on our union homepage on Tuesday April 14, 2026. Copies will also be hung on all our break room boards.

Questions? Interested in Leadership? Contact Alle Machorro at amachorro@wsna.org