Union Proposes Fix for Wage Inequities; Management Targets EIB

While the union continues to fight for safe staffing ratios, we have also taken on wage inequities created by St. Joe's hiring practices.  Our members are aware that some nurses make significantly less than a new hire with identical experience.  We have proposed a system that would bring nurses up if they are paid less than the hiring rate.  We have also proposed a minimum 4% increase for all nurses.  Additionally, we have seeking...

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Food and Drink Combos Using Fourth of July BBQ Leftovers Considered

Have you ever been to the grocery store, and noticed that everyone in line except for you is paying with food stamps? It's happened to me more than once, and it is rather bothersome, because I often find myself searching through the discount racks because buying groceries can get expensive. Perhaps, it's just a habit I started when I was younger, and in my college days always trying to save money. You know, eating Top Ramen on the fly,...

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Bargaining Turns Tough Over Staffing

When the union surveyed our members last fall, the number one issue identified was staffing.  You told us that you are overworked, asked to do more and more with less and less, and that the quality of patient care suffers because of it.The union and management met again on Thursday, February 13, for negotiations.  Although there has been progress up to this point, bargaining hit a roadblock over the issue of staffing.  The union has...

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Staffing Ratios Proposed!

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