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

Registered nurses at Sturgis Hospital have been members of the Michigan Nurses Association since 1986. Together, we advocate for better working conditions, our patients, and our community.

Karla Hart, President

Heather Smith, Vice President

Michael Patrick, Treasurer

Nicole Persinger, Secretary

Andy Cornell, Labor Representative
Michigan Nurses Association
Phone: 517-282-6700 – Email

Bylaws

Your Contract

Weingarten Rights

When to call in a union rep

Practice Resources

Continuing education and more

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. 

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.

Important Documents

Bylaws

Bylaws

Current Collective Bargaining Agreement

Current Collective Bargaining Agreement

Recent News

News

42 Signed Employee Complaints Have Been Filed Against St. Clair Co. Medical Director

Sep , 2026
Nurses to rally Thursday before meeting at which county commissioners should vote on independent investigation 
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Patient-Safety Complaints up 43% at McLaren Lapeer

Sep , 2026
Nurses have filed 328 forms in past six months vs. 229 in previous period
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Lapeer Nurses Vote 94% Yes to Authorize Strike

Sep , 2026
McLaren RNs also declare “no confidence” in CEO Tim Vargas due to hospital disrepair, patient safety concerns, and harmful staffing cuts
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Strike Canceled as Alma Nurses Reach Agreement in Principle with MyMichigan

Sep , 2026
MNA members will vote Sept. 24 on contract ratification
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St. Clair Co. RNs to rally to protect public health, call for investigation of medical director

Aug , 2026
The rally and march portion of this event has been canceled due to safety concerns due to inclement weather. Nurses and community members will still speak at the commissioners meeting at 6:00 pm.