Newton-Wellesley nurses authorize one-day strike
Channel: Just Ask About Patient Safety
Date: 2015-06-16

Union nurses at Newton-Wellesley Hospital have authorized their leaders to call a one-day strike if they are unable to make progress on staffing, benefits, and other issues that have stalled contract negotiations.

“This vote sends a strong message that the nurses of this hospital are ready and willing to do whatever is necessary to protect our patients and integrity of our nursing practice,” Laurie Andersen, cochairwoman of the local bargaining unit, said in a news release. “We just hope that Partners management will heed our concerns and negotiate in good faith with us to ensure our patients get the care they deserve.”