We are proud to announce that the tentative agreement has been ratified by a majority vote of WSNA nurses. This outcome is a powerful reflection of our collective voice, the strength of our democratic process, and our unwavering solidarity as a union.

Our new contract is now in full effect as of July 1, 2025, including historic wage increases, differential raises, and the elimination of ghost steps. These hard-fought wins are the direct result of nurses showing up, standing together, and demanding better—for ourselves, our patients, and our profession.

This agreement isn’t perfect—no contract ever is. But the new language in this deal moves us forward. And we’re not done. We’ll continue pushing for the improvements our profession deserves.

What’s Next: Implementation, Enforcement, and Organizing

Ratification is not the finish line—it’s the beginning of our next phase:

• Implementing and enforcing the wins we secured
• Filing grievances when needed
• Building power by organizing and bringing more nurses into our union

We are stronger together, and our solidarity grows with every shift we work side by side.

💙 Support Your Bargaining Team – PTO Donations

Our bargaining team gave over 100 hours each—using their own PTO while continuing to fulfill their work responsibilities. If you’d like to show your appreciation:

• Download a PTO Donation Form
• *Submit completed forms via the fax number listed on the form

Your support means the world to us. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished—and even more excited for what lies ahead.

Thank you to every nurse who spoke up, showed up, and voted. We are the union!

In solidarity,
Your WSNA Bargaining Team

Lesley Preysz – ED
Morgan Timmons – ED
Julie Bielau – PACU
Zanna Cochran – Clinic
Chris Wachholz – Per Diem

Contact one of your team members or WSNA Nurse Rep Barbara Friesen (bfriesen@wsna.org) with questions.