Jersey City is losing 1 of its 2 emergency rooms. Where will patients in crisis go?
Jersey City is less than two weeks away from losing one of its two emergency rooms, leaving hospitals around Hudson County bracing for increased demand.
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Statement of Debbie White, RN, President NJ Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee Thursday, February 12, 2026 In Support of A.4070, the “Privacy Protection Act”
This legislation is necessary as we are witnessing federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ... who have demonstrated a troubling pattern of violence, harassment, intimidation and unlawful detention of across the country.
One of N.J.’s last independent hospitals to join major health chain, 3 years after failed merger with rival
The deal still needs approval from state and federal entities before the transaction is considered final.
Jersey City hospital tells state it wants to close
Heights University Hospital in Jersey City could shutter within a matter of days after its owner Hudson Regional Health filed a request with the state to close the 153-year-old facility.
N.J. hospital says it can’t pay employees, must close after 152 years
A Jersey City hospital will close its doors after 152 years of service after failing to get millions in support from the government, its parent company announced Friday.
Dept of Health Questions Whether Operator Seeking to Redevelop Hospital Site Misled Bankruptcy Court
The New Jersey Dept. of Health is speaking out regarding ongoing threats to close Heights University Hospital by its current operator, Hudson Regional Health (HRH), albeit behind the scenes.
Press Releases
UPDATED HPAE PRESS RELEASE on HRH Closure of its Jersey City Hospital
Hudson Regional Health has notified their employees of their intent to close Christ Hospital, renamed Heights University Hospital, by 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
United Methodist Communities Nurses Ratify Renewed Contract
Registered Nurses at United Methodist Communities facilities, members of HPAE Local 5107, have ratified a new contract that makes major progress on wages, benefits, safety, staffing, and workplace protections.
HPAE Press Release on NLRB Election for Samaritan Hospice Workers to Join HPAE
HPAE petitioned the National Labor Relations Board for union recognition on behalf of workers last year.
Statement of Debbie White, RN, HPAE President, on NYSNA Nurses Strike at New York Hospitals
We stand in solidarity with the NYSNA nurses as they advocate for safe staffing and safer working conditions.
HPAE statement on the proposed merger of Englewood Health with the RWJBarnabas Health System
HPAE looks forward to working collaboratively with Robert Wood Johnson to ensure a smooth transition that protects patient care and respects the dedicated nurses who serve the community.
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AFT Occupational Liability Insurance Plan
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