Local 5185 and 5186 Members: Save OUR Hospitals Rally, October 22
Tell our leaders to keep our Hospitals Open, Hold CarePoint Accountable, and NO LAYOFFS!
News
Moulick out as CEO of struggling NJ hospital system as new managers move forward
The CEO and president of a Hudson County hospital network on the brink of collapse has been replaced by the founder of the company planning to take over two of the hospitals.
Potential nurse strike looms at University Hospital as contracts set to expire (video)
There could be a potential nurse strike next week at University Hospital in Newark when their current contract expires on Sept. 30. While the two sides have been meeting, the union representing nurses says little progress has been made.
CarePoint Health announces potential layoff of 2,600 employees in New Jersey (video)
CarePoint Health says 2,600 employees working in its hospitals may be laid off in December. These employees work at Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital in Jersey City and Hoboken University Hospital.
Nurses in Newark demand lower patient-to-staff ratios as contract talks heat up
Ten days before a contract between University Hospital in Newark and its nurses is set to expire, the two sides remain at odds mostly over one issue that has had a serious impact on hospitals and their nurses nationwide: patient-to-worker
Cooper Health officially acquires South Jersey health system, renames Cape Regional flagship hospital
As of Monday, Cape Regional Health System, a main health care organization serving Cape May and Atlantic counties, has officially joined Camden-based Cooper University Health Care.
Definitive agreement outlines Atlantic Health, Saint Peter’s partnership
The Morristown- and New Brunswick-based health care systems announced signing a definitive agreement. At the center is a shared focus on patient-centric, high-quality care and cost-effective services.
New Jersey hospital systems move closer to merger
After more than 18 months of work and planning, two New Jersey hospital systems are on the cusp of coming together.
Local 5103 National Bargaining Update, July 1, 2024
Unfortunately bargaining has stalled nationally and will not resume until the fall, however we will be moving forward with preparations for local bargaining.
Local 5185 Negotiations Update: We have a Tentative Agreement!
Your Negotiating Team has reached a Tentative Agreement on a contract that includes Money, Staffing, Insurance, and More - with NO GIVEBACKS!