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Advocating for better working conditions, our patients, and our community

Registered nurses at Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital have been members of the Michigan Nurses Association since 2022. Together, we advocate for better working conditions, our patients, and our community.

Contact Information

Melissa Ann Helppi, President
Phone: 906-869-5570 – Email

Becky Bean, Vice President
Phone: 906-370-8240 – Email

Geoff Bean, Grievance Chair
Phone: 906-370-5176 – Email

Katlyn Lafrinere, Labor Representative
Michigan Nurses Association
Phone: 906-251-8650 – Email

Your Contract

Bylaws

Weingarten Rights

When to call in a union rep

Practice Resources

Continuing education and more

Grievances

Grievances are alleged violations of the contract, or violations of certain longstanding practices, on the part of management. Please contact an officer or labor representative as soon as a concern arises for assistance with filling out and submitting a grievance. The timing and wording used on the form can have a significant impact on the outcome of your grievance.

MNA Members: Update your contact info

If you are already an MNA member, update your contact info here so you can get the latest news from your union. 

Assignment Despite Objection Forms

You should fill out an electronic Assignment Despite Objection (ADO) form anytime you are being assigned work that you feel is unsafe, that violates departmental staffing guidelines, or that potentially violates the nursing Code of Ethics. ADO forms can help protect your license by documenting your objection. They also create a record of staffing problems that MNA can use to change dangerous patterns.

Important Documents

Current Collective Bargaining Agreement

Current Collective Bargaining Agreement

Bylaws

Bylaws

Recent News

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St. Clair Co. RNs to rally to protect public health, call for investigation of medical director

Aug , 2026
Public health nurses to rally at Kiefer Park on 9/3 before marching to commissioners’ meeting
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Tomorrow: Alma nurses to hold info picket (8/18)

Aug , 2026
MyMichigan continues anti-union actions as MNA RNs fight for a fair contract 
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U of M nurses approve new contract with 13.25% total raise, other wins

Jul , 2026
Also includes better staffing ratios, stronger workplace violence protections
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U of M nurses reach tentative contract agreement

Jul , 2026
Includes competitive raises, better staffing ratios, stronger workplace violence protections
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Alma nurses' strike starts Friday

Jul , 2026
Union has filed additional unfair labor practice charges against MyMichigan