The lawsuit was filed Feb. 27 on the behalf of Harmony Nelson, RN, a former employee, and the lawsuit seeks class-action status. It claims PeaceHealth violated state law for not enforcing 30-minute meal breaks or 10-minute rest breaks, failing to compensate workers for the overtime, and not tracking missed breaks, according to The Columbian.
The lawsuit seeks to claim damages for Ms. Nelson — who worked in a neonatal intensive care unit until January 2022 — and respiratory care practitioners, licensed practical nurses, surgical technologists, diagnostic radiologic technologists, cardiovascular invasive specialists and nursing assistants who have worked at PeaceHealth since 2021.
“PeaceHealth values all employees and takes pride in being a top employer in Washington,” a spokesperson told Becker’s. “Out of respect for the legal process, we are unable to comment on litigation.”
The filed lawsuit is seeking compensation for overtime; missed, late and interrupted breaks; and attorney fees and costs. The plaintiff is also asking for PeaceHealth to be required to track wage records and record missed break periods.
The first hearing is scheduled for Aug. 23.
Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit
