Welcome to Local 5091
Local 5091 represents Registered Nurses and Professional Staff at New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ.
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Local 5091 Membership and Rep Meeting: November 18, 2024
Rep Meeting at 12 PM for all current and new members who are interested in becoming a rep. Please join us to discuss updates on our union/hospital.
Local 5091 2024 Officer Elections
This notice is coming to you on behalf of the Local 5091 Nomination and Election Committee. The following members will be running for Local 5091 officer elections.
Notice of 2024 Nominations and Election of HPAE local 5091 Officers
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are three (3) local officer positions that are up for election this year. They are President, Vice President Professionals and Secretary.
Local 5091 Celebration, May 20, 2024
In celebration of HPAE’s 50th Year Anniversary we would like to acknowledge...
Local 5091 Members Nurses Week Message
Nurses make all the difference. They demonstrate discipline, resilience, and dedication to the clients we serve on a daily basis. We see that consistently with our Nurses here at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center.
Notice of 2024 Nomination and Election of Local 5091 HPAE and AFT Convention Delegates and Alternates
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that we are now accepting nominations to represent Local 5091 at this year’s HPAE State Convention , as well as the AFT National Convention.
Local 5091 December Bulletin #3
We started off the year with our new President and L.E.B. We want to thank all our members for helping in the transition and getting to know your officers.
Local 5091 December Bulletin #2
Documenting these occurrences provides proof of what took place and when. Without filling out an unsafe staffing form, it sadly becomes words in the wind that hold little value in the bigger picture.
Local 5091 Holiday Celebration: December 18, 2023
Local 5091 will be holding our annual holiday celebration. We look forward to celebrating all of your hard work throughout this year and we are looking forward to working together for a better 2024!
HPAE 5091 Local Officer Election
Local 5091 office elections for Vice President of RN, Treasurer and Grievance Chairperson are complete. Since all the positions were uncontested, no ballots were mailed out. The Nomination & Election Committee cast one vote on behalf of the slate.
Notice of Nominations and Election of HPAE Local 5091 Officers
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are four (3) local officer positions that are up for election this year.
HPAE Local 5091 General Membership Meeting: September 18, 2023
General Membership Meeting Monday September 18, 2023 In the Auditorium 7:30 AM- Light refreshments 12:00 pm-lunch 1:00 pm-lunch (Quality Liaison Meeting) 2:00 pm-lunch
HPAE Local 5091 General Membership Meeting: July 17, 2023
General Membership Meeting Monday July 17, 2023 In the Auditorium 7:30 AM- Light refreshments 12:00 pm-lunch 1:00 pm-lunch (Rep Meeting) 2:00 pm-lunch On the Agenda: BCIA Update Rep Meeting General membership open comments
Local 5091 Officer Election Results
The elections for President, Vice President of Professionals and Secretary are complete. Since all the positions were uncontested, no ballots were mailed out.
Local 5091 Officer Elections
NOTICE OF 2022 NOMINATIONS AND ELECTION OF LOCAL 5091 OFFICERS The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are three (3) local officer positions that are up for election this year. They are President, Vice President Professionals and Secretary. The job descriptions
Stressed NJ nurses, heroes amid pandemic, get mixed results in contract talks. Here’s why
New Jersey’s nurses, lauded as heroes during the COVID-19 pandemic, have faced mixed results in labor negotiations with some of the state’s health systems this month. Unionized nurses have signed a new three-year contract with the state’s largest public hospital,
For me, Juneteenth is a day of reflection
When Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, to begin fully enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation, the law granting enslaved Americans their freedom had already been on the books for more than two years.
Healthcare Workers at New Bridge Medical Center ratify new 3-year contract
Members of HPAE Local 509 have overwhelmingly ratified a new three-year contract that will boost wages and provide improvements in work rules and the tuition reimbursement program.
Local 5091 Contract Ratified! Membership meeting on June 7
This is to notify you that the members have spoken and you voted overwhelmingly to ratify the tentative agreements that were presented yesterday at the membership meetings held throughout the day.
HPAE Local 5091 General Membership Meetings and Vote, May 26, 2022
We will be holding membership meetings on 5/26 to give an update and either vote on a tentative agreement OR vote to authorize the negotiation committee to give management a 10-day notice for concerted activity up to and including a
Notice of 2022 Nominations and Election of HPAE Local 5091 AFT Convention Delegates and Alternates
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that they are now accepting nominations to represent Local 5091 at this year’s AFT National Convention.
HPAE Local 5091 Negotiations Update, April 12, 2022
We met for our first bargaining session with Bergen New Bridge on April 4th in person. Deb Visconi, President and CEO, attended for the opening statements. Overall, the tone was respectful and cordial.
HPAE Local 5091 General Membership Meetings, April 12, 2022
We will be holding membership meetings on April 12th in the auditorium to give an update on our recent negotiations. Please make every effort to attend one of these meetings to get involved and stay informed.
Local 5091 Membership Meeting to review proposals, March 8, 2022
We will be holding membership meetings on March 8th in the auditorium to review a summary of proposals for our upcoming negotiations.
Notice of Nominations and Election of Local 5091 Officers
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are four (4) local officer positions that are up for election this year. They are Vice President of RNs, Treasurer, Mobilization Coordinator and Grievance Chairperson.
Local 5091 HPAE Convention Delegate Announcement
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that the following members will serve as delegates for HPAE Local 5091 at this year’s HPAE State Convention.
Notice of 2021 Nominations and Election of Local 5091 HPAE Convention Delegates and Alternates
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that they are now accepting nominations to represent Local 5091 at this year’s HPAE State Convention.
New Bridge Labor Management Notes, May 5, 2021
Labor Management Meeting 5/4/2021 Auditorium Building 6 In attendance : Union – Jeff Peck – (Sheila Schicker and Margaret Merchant via conference call) Hospital HR – Jim Nisivoccia –Tom Dowling- Carrie Dehls – Roy Park – Tom Carey Acute –
Local 5091 nominations for officer elections: deadline extended to November 3
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are four (4) local officer positions that are up for election this year.
HPAE local 5091 General Membership Meeting: Friday, October 9
We will be having general membership meetings this Friday in the cafeteria. Your participation is important. Please plan to attend one of the meetings.
Local 5091 Membership Update, May 19, 2020
We want you to know that your local Union officers have been fighting for proper PPE, fit testing and training at New Bridge Medical Center; to make sure all healthcare workers have access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and that
Local 5091 Members: COVID-19 – Know Your Rights
HPAE, AFT and unions across the country are working to fight for safeguards to our own health and the health of our communities.
HPAE Local 5091 Officer Election Results
The Local 5091 Nomination and Election Committee has completed Local 5091 2019 Officer Elections. The committee cast vote for the slate since it was uncontested.
Nominations for Local 5091 Officer Elections are now open
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are four (4) local officer positions that are up for election this year. They are Vice President of RNs, Treasurer, Mobilization Coordinator and Grievance Chairperson.
For a change, nurses and Bergen New Bridge Medical Center settle contract amicably
The union representing 450 nurses and other health professionals at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has reached a three-year contract with the hospital’s new operators...
Health Professionals and Administration Applaud a New Contract Agreement at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
HPAE Local 5091 reached an agreement with the new operator at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, who recognizes the strength of working collaboratively to improve patient care and working conditions.
Local 5091 Members: We Have a Contract!
Yesterday our membership ratified the new agreement with Bergen New Bridge by an overwhelming majority. Thanks to all who came out to vote. The contract takes effect on June 1st.
IMPORTANT SUMMARY OF TENTATIVE AGREEMENT WITH BNBMC
Our bargaining committee recommends a YES vote to ratify the agreement settled on May 15th with Bergen New Bridge Medical Center.
Local 5091 Negotiations Update: We have an MOA!
We had our eleventh negotiations session with management. The action was quick with a lot of productive discussion. Shortly after lunch we agreed on a MOA for a new, three-year contract!!
Union Rep Training, January 26
On January 26th, HPAE members came out for a training on handling grievances and representing their co-workers in disciplinary procedures.
Local 5091 Membership Meeting, Thursday, September 13
Thursday, September 13th - Membership Meeting with special guest, Bergen County Executive James Tedesco
Local 5091 Officer Elections
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that there are three (3) local officer positions that are up for election this year. They are President, Vice President Professionals and Secretary.
Local 5091 HPAE State Convention Delegate List
The nomination and elections for HPAE Convention delegates has concluded.
Local 5091 HPAE State Convention Nomination Form
The Nominations/Election Committee announces that they are now accepting nominations to represent Local 5091 at this year’s HPAE State Convention.
New Name, New Management for Bergen Regional Medical Center
The long-awaited "new day" for health care at Bergen County's public hospital arrived on Monday with new management and a new name for the 101-year-old facility on East Ridgewood Avenue.
Membership Update on the Change in Management of BRMC
Yesterday, Bergen County Executive, James Tedesco, announced that the for-profit managers of BRMC will be replaced by Care Plus and Integrity House with Rutgers University contracted to provide some clinical services.
Healthcare Professionals Celebrate the End of an Era As Bergen County Officials Announce a New Operator for Bergen Regional Medical Center
Registered Nurses and Professional staff at Bergen Regional Medical Center (BRMC) after 19 years under the management of a for-profit corporation are pleased with County Executive’s decision to select Care Plus Bergen, a non-profit provider to take over the operation
Report on Workplace Violence at Bergen Regional Reveals Key Problems, Solutions
The Local 5091 Workplace Violence Prevention Committee has issued a report on the status of their efforts and the results of a membership survey on workplace violence at Bergen Regional Medical Center (BRMC).
Deal Extended for Manager of Bergen Regional Medical Center
Bergen County officials signed on for another six months with the company that manages Bergen Regional Medical Center while they weigh several bids to take over operations and craft a long-term contract for the Paramus facility.
HPAE Local 5091 update: new interim consultant approved to manage BRMC
Yesterday, Thursday, December 8, the BCIA approved a contract with a new consultant that would manage the hospital after March 15, 2017 — if there is a need to have an interim manager.
Local 5091 update: county has opened the bids for a new operator at BRMC
On Friday, December 2, 2016 the bidding process for a new operator of BRMC officially closed. Bergen County has released the names of the applicants who have put forward their proposals on how they would operate our Medical Center. Below
Rutgers among Bidders to Manage Bergen Regional
Rutgers University Medical School and a consortium of five North Jersey hospitals are among the entities that submitted proposals Friday to manage Bergen Regional Medical Center, the state’s largest hospital.
Nurse who was brutally assaulted by patient wins grievance case against BRMC
A BRMC nurse who was brutally assaulted in 2015 by a patient known to be violent won a grievance case against the Paramus facility, which must cover some medical expenses and back pay, an arbitrator has ruled.
BRMC must pay for nurse’s medical expenses after patient attack
Bergen Regional Medical Center must pay for an employee's medical expenses after she was attacked by a patient and accused the hospital of failing to offer a safe work environment, an arbitrator has ruled.
Union Wins Case Against Bergen Regional Medical Center over Violation of Safety Rules
An independent Arbitrator has ruled that BRMC violated the contract governing workplace safety and ordered the hospital to compensate an RN for severe injuries she suffered following an assault two years ago.
HPAE Participates in Community Forum on the Future of BRMC
HPAE participated in a community forum organized by Bergen Grass Roots Monday night at the Teaneck Public Libary to discuss the crucial decisions the Bergen County government will soon be making about the future of BRMC.
Convention Resolutions & Constitutional Amendments Support HPAE’s Strategic Plan for Growth
At the HPAE 2016 Convention, delegates came together to make important decisions about the future of our union through a series of resolutions, constitutional amendments, and by-laws changes.
HPAE Responds to Consultant’s Report on Workplace Violence at BRMC
In testimony given to the BCIA today, health and safety expert Jonathan Rosen identified some key omissions in a report prepared by Joint Commission Resources BRMC's workplace violence prevention program.
Christie OKs New Oversight Group for State’s Largest Hospital
Gov. Christie gave the final green light Wednesday to creating an oversight committee for the state's largest hospital, Bergen Regional Medical Center.
Bergen County Opens RFP process for Management of BRMC
Bergen County began its request for proposals for new management of the Bergen Regional Medical Center on Monday. The county is offering less than two months for submission of proposals, which are due by Oct. 19.
Local 5091 Urges Freeholders to Set Strong Standards in Choosing New Hospital Operator
HPAE Local 5091 officers attended a Bergen County Freeholders' meeting last night to deliver hundreds of signatures on a petition calling on the freeholders to set strong standards in choosing a new operator at their hospital, Bergen Regional Medical Center.
Local 5091 Members at BRMC Vote to Join HPAE’s Retiree Medical Program
By very strong majorities the members of both the RN and non-nursing bargaining units of Local 5091 have voted to participate in the HPAE Retiree Medical Trust.
Labor Seeks Stronger Workplace Violence Protections For Healthcare
Pattern of assaults at Bergen Regional Medical Center has sparked concern among state legislative leaders, healthcare advocates, union officials.
Members Discuss VEBA Vote at Membership Meetings
At membership meetings held today, we discussed the upcoming vote on whether the local will participate in the HPAE Retiree Medical Trust. HPAE Staff Rep Mike Slott presented information about HPAE's retiree medical reimbursement plan and the voting process.
Local 5091 Members to Vote on Participation in the Retiree Medical Trust
In late July and early August, there will be an election to determine whether full-time and part-time employees in the RN and non-nursing professional bargaining units will participate in the HPAE Retiree Medical Trust.
HPAE Supports Bill Providing Stronger Oversight of BRMC
HPAE President Ann Twomey testified today before the Senate Health Committee in support of S.2361, a bill which authorizes Bergen County to establish a county hospital authority to oversee Bergen Regional Medical Center. Read Ann’s full testimony to the
Members Ratify Contract Settlement
Local 5091 members overwhelmingly approved a 3 year contract at membership meetings held yesterday. The contract includes across the board wage and step increases amounting to over 9% during the term of the contract. In addition, we gained improved language
HPAE Locals Reach Contract Settlements
Yesterday, two HPAE locals reached contract settlements. Local 5091, which represents RNs and non-nursing professionals at Bergen Regional Medical Center (BRMC), resolved the remaining issues with management to achieve an agreement for a 3 year contract. Nurses employed by
N.J. health officials say they have only some violence reports for Bergen Regional hospital
New Jersey health officials only have records for five of the eight alleged cases of workplace violence inside Bergen Regional Medical Center that were detailed in a federal report, the acting health commissioner told lawmakers on Monday. Acting state Health
Violence at Bergen Regional Medical Center targeted
From The Record Bergen County Executive James Tedesco called Wednesday for sweeping action to stem the violence at Bergen Regional Medical Center, including assigning more police to the facility, ordering the hospital to hire consultants to assess safety and patient
Contract Update: Adding Insult to Injury
With two weeks left before our contract expires, management has added insult to injury by proposing to double the cost of our contributions for health insurance while refusing to invest in health and safety. Come to one of the
Bergen Regional Medical Center: A climate of violence at hospital of last resort
In 2013, a 6-year-old girl in the juvenile psychiatric ward at Bergen Regional Medical Center was sexually accosted by a young boy who was also a patient, according to a lawsuit filed by the girl’s mother. The following year,
Statement of HPAE President Ann Twomey on the Healthcare Advisory Committee Report on Bergen Regional Medical Center (BRMC)
I am pleased to see Bergen County is committed to finding an operator who will deliver quality patient care, maintain and expand patient services and honor existing contract agreements with all labor unions and maintain jobs in our community. We
HPAE Local 5091 Holds Legislative Breakfast with Bergen County Political Leaders
With their contract expiring in less than a month, over 60 members of HPAE Local 5091 attended a legislative breakfast yesterday with state legislators to discuss the current contract negotiations with Bergen Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and the future
Health Professionals Enter Collective Bargaining with Bergen Regional Medical Center
For immediate release: March 30, 2016 For more information contact: Jeanne Otersen 201-262-5005 or cell 201-280-9279 Less than one year before the expiration of the County lease with Bergen Regional Medical Center, the union representing 500 nurses and health
Local 5091/BRMC Builds Strong Contract Campaign
Local 5091, which represents RNs, social workers, and other professional staff at Bergen Regional Medical Center (BRMC) is putting together a strong contract campaign to achieve a good contract in upcoming negotiations. The bargaining this year is particularly important, as
HPAE Education Day on March 10
Our local is sponsoring an Education Day on March 10, 4 pm, at the hospital auditorium. The two topics are “Using Social Media in Health Care:Don’t Cross the Line!” (2.0 Contact hours will be awarded) and “HIPAA Happenings: What’s
President’s Message
10 Ways to Correct Privatization’s Mistakes at Bergen Regional Medical Center Ann Twomey, President, HPAE February 26, 2016 Over and over, privatization schemes in New Jersey have failed consumers, workers, and taxpayers alike, often raising costs and diminishing services for
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In This Local
- Collective Bargaining Agreement between HPAE and Bergen New Bridge Medical Center (June 1, 2022 - May 31, 2025)
- Summary of Tentative Agreement with BNBMC, May 25, 2022
- Local 5091 Officer and Rep List
- APN Agreement between New Bridge Medical Center and HPAE Local 5091
- HPAE Membership Application
- Local 5091 Newsletter - October 2024
- Local 5091 Constitution and Bylaws
- HPAE Grievance Form
- HPAE Retiree Medical Trust - Basic Information
- NJDOL Division of Unemployment Insurance
- COVID Safety Checklist
- Memo: new manager's assurance of employment as of October 1
- Notice of 2024 Nominations and Election of HPAE local 5091 Officers
Upcoming Events for Local 5091
No upcoming events at this time.