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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.

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.

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. 

Important Documents

Bylaws

Bylaws

Current Collective Bargaining Agreement

Current Collective Bargaining Agreement

Recent News

Publications

Michigan E-Nurse: February 2025

Mar , 2025
  • DMC Huron Valley-Sinai nurses’ picket puts pressure on Tenet
  • Join us at the MNA Leadership Conference March 10 and 11!
  • MNA earns continuing education re-accreditation 
  • MNA files brief in support of pro-worker legislation
  • Conference for women workers is in
News

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai nurses file labor charges, will hold info picket

Feb , 2025
Despite making billions in profits, nurses say, Tenet is refusing to invest in frontline RNs and engaging in anti-union actions
Publications

Michigan E-Nurse: January 2025

Jan , 2025
  • NNU offers guidance on immigration rights
  • Trinity Health members prevail in retirement dispute
  • PECSH-MNA members win big with new contract
  • Join DMC Huron Valley-Sinai nurses at their info picket!
  • New CE module focuses on palliative care
  • Great MNA event
News

Nurses, Healthcare Professionals Ratify New Contract with UMH-Sparrow

Jan , 2025
Union members voted overwhelmingly to approve 3-year deal
Publications

Michigan Nurse: November 2024 E-EDITION

Nov , 2024
  • Sparrow Caregivers & Community Members Come Together!
  • Building Legislative Power: Register for Advocacy Academy
  • Looking Ahead: 2025 Events
  • Empowering Women: Navigating Health and Wellness Through Every Stage of Life