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MNA is the largest union and professional association for registered nurses and healthcare professionals in Michigan. We are an affiliate of National Nurses United and AFL-CIO.

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Events Calendar

Capitol Action Day

Apr 15 @ 8:00AM - 3:00PM

Lansing, MI

Note: Space is limited; register early! Join fellow nurses and healthcare professionals on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 8 a.m. to approximately 3 p…

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Spring Education Day

Apr 22 @ 12:45PM - 5:30PM

Grand Valley State University (Zoom option available)

Care Giver well-being and Best Practices in Human Trafficking Care: Join us for an engaging and interactive afternoon where you will be provided with…

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2026 MNA Upper Peninsula Union Power (2 day event)

May 18 @ 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Island Resort & Casino, Escanaba MI

Gain tools and insights from MNA staff and fellow member leaders that will empower you and your union! Lodging and meals provided.

When: Monday, May…

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Munson Nurses to Hold Practice Strike April 9

Mar 27, 2026

RNs are fighting for a fair contract that will support nurses and protect patients

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Thursday: Munson Nurses to Hold Town Hall in Traverse City

Mar 23, 2026

TRAVERSE CITY – Munson Medical Center registered nurses will host a community town hall this Thursday (March 26th) to shine a light on their concerns about safe staffing at the hospital and their need for a fair contract.

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Beacon Kalamazoo nurses approve new contract

Feb 13, 2026

Includes wins on raises, insurance and PTO

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Lawmakers hear testimony about hospitals’ abuse of forced RN overtime, solution

Feb 11, 2026

LANSING – Today (Wednesday, Feb. 11), members of the Senate Regulatory Affairs Committee heard testimony about the harm caused by Michigan hospitals’ rampant abuse of mandatory nurse overtime as well as a bipartisan solution.

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More than 200 UMH-Sparrow advanced practice providers form union with MNA

Jan 19, 2026

NPs, PAs and CNMs voted overwhelmingly to have a strong union voice
LANSING, MI – Advanced practice providers at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow have voted overwhelmingly to form their union with the Michigan Nurses Association (MNA).

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Aspirus Ironwood Nurses Approve New Contract

Jan 15, 2026

IRONWOOD, MI – Nurses at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital have voted to ratify a new union contract.

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Beacon Kalamazoo ends healthcare benefit for 100's of retired RNs

Dec 11, 2025

Seniors will have to pay hundreds or thousands more per year

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Ironwood nurses reject Aspirus contract proposal

Oct 15, 2025

Ironwood, MI – Nurses at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital voted unanimously Wednesday (Oct. 15) to reject a contract proposal from the employer.

Continuing Education Credits

Our continuing education (CE) modules include all of the Michigan required topics such as human trafficking, implicit bias and pain. CE modules are always free for members.

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Protect Patients, Protect Your License

Object to an assignment

If you believe a patient care assignment is unsafe, or potentially unsafe, click here to fill out an Assignment Despite Objection (ADO) Form.

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Practice Resources

Practice resources for nurses and healthcare professionals, licensure renewal information, student resources, information on professional & legal regulations, continuing education modules and more.

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Weingarten Rights

When to call in a union rep

You and other union members have a set of very important legal rights in the workplace called Weingarten Rights. These rights help you protect your license and your employment.

Know Your Rights

Members in Action

Organize Your Workplace

By unionizing, MNA members have a say in the care they provide and their working conditions. Your union voice helps create a safer environment for nurses and healthcare professionals and improved quality of care for your patients.

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Upcoming Events

Apr 15th

Capitol Action Day

Apr 22nd

Spring Education Day

May 1st

MNA at the Detroit May Day Rally

May 18th

2026 MNA Upper Peninsula Union Power (2 day event)

May 19th

2026 MNA Upper Peninsula Union Power (2 day event)

Oct 8th

2026 House of Delegates (3 day event)

Oct 9th

2026 House of Delegates (3 day event)

Oct 10th

2026 House of Delegates (3 day event)

Join Us! MNA makes it possible for registered nurses and healthcare professionals to speak with ONE STRONG VOICE to address the practice, political and professional issues that affect them in this state.

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