WSNA members at Kindred Northgate met with Kindred representatives on Wednesday to negotiate the impacts of the closure of the hospital. While we are disappointed with the employer’s unwillingness to respect the service and contributions of the nurses at Northgate, we are continuing to work towards an agreement to lessen the impact of this very difficult situation.

In the meantime, please remember that Kindred is looking to fill positions at First Hill in the very near future. If you are interested in going to work at First Hill, please go the hospital website and indicate your interest. You need not, and should not, wait for the completion of the pending negotiations to indicate your interest. The decision to move to First Hill is a personal decision and those who wish to do so should act as soon as possible. You do not need to take action if you are not planning to go to First Hill.

We will keep you updated on the current negotiations.

Questions? Contact WSNA Nurse Representative Sara Frey at sfrey@wsna.org.