Registered Nurses Professional Association

LEGAL RIGHTS
Just Cause
Weingarten Rights
Skelly Rights
RNPA Contract
Settlement
Agreements

NURSE PRACTICE
BRN Policy on
Patient
Abandonment

WEINGARTEN RIGHTS

The U.S. Supreme Court in 1975 ruled that an employee is entitled to have a Union Representative present during any interview, which may result in discipline. The Weingarten rule provides that an employee has the right to be represented by the union at an investigatory meeting when the employee has a reasonable belief that the meeting could lead to discipline. These rights are not automatic.

You must request representation
You must have a reasonable belief that discipline will result from the meeting
You are entitled to know the subject of the meeting before it begins
You have the right to consult with the union representative prior to the meeting

Do not refuse to attend a meeting if Union Representation is requested and denied.

RNPA suggests that you attend the meeting and again reiterate your right to have a Union Representative present. If this fails, RNPA advises that you clearly state that you reserve your right to answer the questions at a later date. (record all questions asked)

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