Regulatory/Policy Specialist

The California Nurses Association (CNA)/National Nurses Organizing Committee (NNOC)/National Nurses United (NNU) is leading the national movement for registered nurse power 225,000 strong to transform the profit-driven health care industry into a health care system based on prioritizing patient care.

CNA/NNOC/NNU, the nation's largest union of registered nurses, recognizes that building industrial power and holding employers accountable to nurses’ collective bargaining rights are essential to recruiting and retaining Registered Nurses, while protecting their freedom to advocate for patients without fear of retaliation. 

In California the California Nurses Association passed the first historic Registered Nurse to Patient Safe Staffing law – nurses nationwide understand lives will be changed by safely limiting the number of very sick patients they are responsible for. Safe staffing makes a real difference in patient outcome and a nurse's ability to do the meaningful work they believe in, providing safe patient care. 

Who We Are

We are a militant class-conscious trade union building the collective power of working people. We fight for better workplaces, stronger communities, and a society that puts people before profit. We are seeking organizers who are passionate about justice, motivated by collective action, and committed to helping workers build power.

We welcome candidates from labor, community organizing, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, student movements, political campaigns, and other mission-driven backgrounds.

What We Believe In

• Class Power: We embrace class-struggle – it is through class-struggle we build worker power to defeat the ruling class. Lasting change happens when workers organize and act collectively to improve their workplaces and communities.
• Transformative Change: We are committed to building a stronger labor movement capable of creating meaningful change for working people.
• Political Engagement: Workers have the power to fight back against all forms of oppression that impact our lives through collective action and democratic participation. 

Who Thrives Here

Successful candidates are:

• Deeply committed to justice and solidarity
• Strong relationship builders
• Resilient, adaptable, and willing to learn
• Motivated by collective action and worker empowerment
• Comfortable engaging, persuading, and mobilizing others
• Prepared to work irregular hours, adapt to rapid shifts in priorities, travel, respond to campaigns, support workers during nights and weekends, and make personal sacrifices to advance collective goals.

Responsibilities – (What You’ll Do)

• Monitor state legislatures, government agencies, and regulatory bodies for NNOC/NNU priority legislative and regulatory issues
• Interpret and assess proposed legislation and government agency regulations for potential impact on workers, health care, Registered Nurses, and patients
• Produce written documents on the effects of regulations, legislation, and policy on workers, health care, Registered Nurses, and patients
• Develop policy positions, testimony, talking points, and lobbying materials
• Meet with legislators and legislative staff regarding NNOC/NNU’s position on proposed legislation
• Represent NNOC/NNU before state legislative committees, regulatory agencies, boards, and commissions
• Prepare reports on regulatory issues and activities for members, leaders, and staff

Minimum Requirements – (What You’ll Bring)

• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated written and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a position requiring judgment and confidentiality
• Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Preferred Skills/Knowledge/Experience – (Experience that is helpful but not required)

• Experience juggling competing demands and changing priorities on a deadline
• Familiarity with state and federal law and regulations related to health care and nursing
• Firsthand experience in legal/regulatory research and drafting effective legislation, regulations, and policies
• Bachelor's degree a plus or relevant advanced degree a plus.  

This onsite position is based in Silver Spring, MD.

Compensation and benefits: Competitive salary range commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including comprehensive family health and dental plan, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities.

We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.

If you are interested in the role and do not meet every requirement listed, please still apply! We are interested in applicants with unique lived experience and skill sets.

*All CNA/NNOC/NNU employees are required to complete a background check in order to be eligible for employment.

CNA/NNOC/NNU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability. We encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

All submitted application materials must be the direct, original work of the applicant; the use of generative A.I. tools to write your resume, cover letter, or responses is prohibited to preserve the integrity of our hiring process.