Nurse Representative (Eastern Washington)

WSNA • Spokane, WA

36d • $87,024 - $140,596

About The Position

The Nurse Representative is responsible for representing WSNA and nurses in all activities of the Labor Executive Council (LEC) program.

Requirements

• Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Washington is required.
• Proficient in writing and speaking to multiple audiences.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to consult with and motivate others and manage conflict.
• Able to handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and take initiative.
• An ability to mobilize long distances when in the field; move about inside the WSNA office or other location to access files, equipment, personnel, or other individuals.
• Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours. Ability to accept overnight stays with some travel.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of residence and access to an operational motor vehicle that is currently insured.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in WSNA or another local unit preferred.
• Knowledge of trends in labor relations and health care.
• Experience in working with association volunteers.
• Experience in participation in organizing activities and supporting members and others in active participation in union campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with labor counsel in developing proposals for negotiations and prepares local unit negotiating team for negotiations.
• Collaborates with labor counsel in preparation for arbitration.
• Investigates and processes grievances.
• Serves as a resource for local unit members about WSNA, local unit, contract, or practice issues.
• Collaborates with local unit leaders in contract administration and in work of local unit meetings, professional, and practice activities.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of state and national laws and regulations related to the representation of nurses.
• Participates in developing, using, and maintaining databases that support the Labor Executive Council program activities.
• Collaborates with staff in other departments and works with local units.
• Develops and presents training programs for local unit leaders and members.
• Provides information for WSNA publications.
• Promotes, develops, and maintains liaison relationships with other groups whose concerns relate to the representation or support of nurses.
• Meets with employer representatives on behalf of local unit members.
• Provides information to the Director of Labor.
• Visits hospitals and other clinical settings to observe work conditions and meet with local unit members.

Benefits

• employer-paid individual health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• fifteen paid holidays
• twelve personal days per year
• twenty-two vacation days per year
• one day of sick leave per month
• defined-benefit pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed