u/P0kecatt

I’m an RN in California and recently had to call out after being involved in a motor vehicle accident on the way to my shift. I currently have only 9 sick hours, and my manager told me the rest would be leave without pay and that if I call out again I could face disciplinary action. I’m contacting my union rep, but I wanted to ask if anyone has experience with whether car accidents/emergencies are usually treated differently under attendance policies or union contracts. I was not hospitalized but did not feel safe working bedside afterward. Any advice on documentation or what to say/not say to management?
I contacted my doctor for a possible work note & emailed a CNA rep for advice as well and waiting on a response.