WASHINGTON STATE NURSES ASSOCIATION
Position Title Nurse Representative
Reports to Director of Labor Advocacy
Bargaining Unit Exempt*
Position Summary
The Nurse Representative is responsible for representing WSNA and nurses in all activities of the Economic and General Welfare (E&GW) program.
Duties and Responsibilities Common to All Positions
- Supports WSNA Purpose, Mission, Vision, Goals
- Works with others, role modeling collaboration, communication and teamwork Strives for excellence in work performance
- Remains current in field of expertise
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet association needs including participation in staff teams, committees
- Acquires and maintains knowledge of Microsoft Office
Duties and 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 development, use, and maintenance of databases that support the E&GW program activities.
- Collaborates with staff in other departments in working 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 and Organizing Strategies.
- Visits hospitals and other clinical settings to observe work conditions and meet with local unit members.
Education/Experience
Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Washington required.
Essential Skills/Competencies
- 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.
- 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.
Physical requirements
This job requires:
- 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.
*The Nurse Representative is included in the Program Specialist job classification and is subject to the WSNA-Teamsters Local #117 Contract provisions.