Nurse Representative (Western Washington)

WSNA•Tukwila, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Representative represents the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) and nurses in activities of the Labor Executive Council (LEC) program. The role collaborates with labor counsel and local unit leaders on negotiations, arbitration, grievance processing, contract administration, and professional and practice activities. The representative serves as a resource to local unit members, develops and presents training, maintains relevant knowledge of laws and regulations, and builds relationships with groups concerned with representing and supporting nurses. The position is classified as a Program Specialist and is subject to the WSNA-Teamsters Local #117 Contract provisions. It is based in Tukwila, Washington, and covers Western Washington and surrounding areas. The job requires extensive travel, flexible hours, occasional overnight stays, and the ability to mobilize long distances while in the field. A valid driver’s license in the state of residence and access to an operational, insured motor vehicle are required.

Requirements

Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Washington.
Knowledge of trends in labor relations and health care.
Experience working with association volunteers.
Experience participating in organizing activities and supporting members and others in active participation in union campaigns.
Proficiency in writing and speaking to multiple audiences.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to consult with and motivate others and manage conflict.
Ability to handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and take initiative.
Ability to mobilize long distances while in the field and move about inside the WSNA office or other locations to access files, equipment, personnel, or other individuals.
Ability to travel extensively, work flexible hours, and accept overnight stays during some travel.
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.

Responsibilities

Represent WSNA and nurses in activities of the Labor Executive Council program.
Collaborate with labor counsel to develop negotiation proposals and prepare local unit negotiating teams for negotiations.
Collaborate with labor counsel in preparing for arbitration.
Investigate and process grievances.
Serve as a resource for local unit members on WSNA, local unit, contract, and practice issues.
Collaborate with local unit leaders on contract administration and local unit meetings, professional activities, and practice activities.
Develop and maintain knowledge of state and national laws and regulations related to representing nurses.
Participate in developing, using, and maintaining databases supporting Labor Executive Council program activities.
Collaborate with staff in other departments and work with local units.
Develop and present training programs for local unit leaders and members.
Provide information for WSNA publications and to the Director of Labor.
Promote, develop, and maintain liaison relationships with groups whose concerns relate to representing or supporting nurses.
Meet with employer representatives on behalf of local unit members.
Visit hospitals and other clinical settings to observe work conditions and meet with local unit members.
Support WSNA's purpose, mission, vision, and goals; collaborate with others; strive for excellent work performance; remain current in the field; participate in staff teams and committees as needed; and maintain knowledge of Microsoft Office.