Management continues to violate the contract.. As stated in Section 19.19 on page 77 of the NYSNA CBA, they have not made reasonable efforts to eliminate hallway beds, and we are already seeing an increase in their placement. It’s essential for us to come together to address this issue.

With the winter surge upon us, management has yet to provide a concrete plan for removing hallway beds. This situation poses dangers and is undignified for our patients. Please make sure to accurately document and report all hallway bed patients on your POAs every day. Additionally, if management attempts to record multiple sick calls on your POA, please ensure that YOU accurately document the actual number of sick calls in your unit.

Vacancies remain a significant issue in all emergency departments. Management has promised agency staff to help fill these gaps.

According to the NYSNA CBA pg. 134, any referral for an RN earns you a $3,500 incentive.

SIP has been extended to all EDs until November 30, 2024.

SIP in CHAM 8 and CHAM 10 is active until November 9, 2024.

NYSNA has petitioned management to provide age-appropriate oncology treatment on CHAM 9, adults should not be placed with pediatric patients.

Reconstruction update: The oncology pharmacy in the Green Glass Building will be moving to another floor as of November 4th 2024. New patient infusion space and staffing plan will be introduced afterwards.

Finally, please follow the new protocols regarding the use of alternative IV fluids.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO EARLY VOTE!