Content by Author Tamara McCalla

Local Updates
August 09, 2021

We are bargaining over the effects of the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination issued by Hackensack Meridian Health. We support voluntary vaccination and regular testing of all members and patients. OUR MEMBERS ARE GETTING VACCINATED: Harborage: 73% Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Local Updates
August 06, 2021

NJ State Mandate of COVID-19 Vaccine for Healthcare Workers The Governor issued a mandate for healthcare workers in NJ to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or be subject to weekly testing. This applies to all workers in public and private health

Local Updates
August 06, 2021

Our Union Won! Duration of Contract: 3 years Won 3% cumulative raises for 2021: move two experience steps plus across the board increase totaling 3% *Off the steps and per diems 3% across the board Won 3% cumulative raises for

Local Updates
August 06, 2021

WHAT MANAGEMENT WANTED AND WHAT WE DEFEATED Per diems to become completely at will employees Initial wage proposal of 0.5% per year Health insurance: increases of up to 35% in employee contributions per year. Peri-op forced overtime to finish cases

Local Updates
March 30, 2021

As a new employee at University Hospital within the past year, HPAE would like to invite you to a meeting to educate you on the benefits of being a member of the Health Professionals and Allied Employees or “HPAE” as

Local Updates
August 28, 2020

  HPAE has received numerous concerns from our members about the staffing levels on many units.  We are addressing these issues with management however it is imperative that you remember to protect yourself, your rights and your patients by doing

HPAE News
August 27, 2020

In the middle of a staggering economic crisis brought on by a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, HPAE understands acutely the challenges New Jersey faces in setting funding priorities for the coming year. ​The dysfunction in Washington does not help matters.