SuPer – The Union for Practical Nurses: 10 Reasons to Join
1. SuPer is a union for practical nurses
SuPer is the only union focused to representing those with vocational upper secondary qualifications in social and healthcare, or education and guidance. In SuPer, you belong to a union where decision-makers are also members. SuPer is the practical nurses’ own union – join us today.
2. Your closest support at work
Problems with your employment? No worries – your shop steward or union representative is your first point of help and support, provided you’re a member.
3. We offer help and security
SuPer’s experts and lawyers assist with employment, pay, and professional matters. Local branches also provide support. Every member of SuPer belongs to a local branch based on their workplace or home area.
4. We negotiate your pay and conditions for you
SuPer negotiates collective agreements for members in public and private sectors and wellbeing services counties through Sote ry. Local negotiations are mainly handled by workplace representatives. Improving pay, working conditions, and job roles is central to SuPer’s mission.
5. We advocate for practical nurses everywhere
SuPer protects members’ interests at workplaces and in society. We communicate members’ concerns to decision-makers, employers, working groups, and lawmakers, as well as contribute to developing vocational education. We take part in public debate to improve members’ status in working life.
6. Insurance benefits for peace of mind
SuPer’s membership benefits include insurances for professional liability and legal expenses, valid while working both in Finland and abroad. You can also buy additional cover, such as travel and life insurance, at discounted member rates.
7. Professional magazine and training
Members receive the high-quality SuPer magazine and can order a stylish pocket calendar. You are also welcome to attend our professional training and member events. If you take on a union representative role, we’ll provide you training for it.
8. Extra benefits for everyday life and leisure
Enjoy valuable discounts across Finland on fuel, insurance, holiday homes, work shoes and more. You can also apply for SuPer’s vacation grant. Check your local branch for information on local benefits.
9. Stay informed through our channels
We keep members updated on labour news, current affairs and union statements via newsletters, our website, social media and the SuPer magazine.
10. Security through SuPer Unemployment Fund
When joining, you can also apply for membership in the SuPer Unemployment Fund. Learn more at www.supertk.fi/en.
Our members include practical nurses as well as professionals from dozens of social care, healthcare, and education roles – from dental nurses to teaching assistant and pharmaceutical technicians to instrument technicians.
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