The open-ended strike underway by UNAC/UHCP is unnecessary, disruptive to our members and patients, and counterproductive to reaching contract agreements.
Fortunately, the number of employees choosing to return to work continues to grow—with more than 40% of our nurses and pharmacists back to work across striking locations and up to 58% in some areas. These returning employees are joining physicians, nurses, staff, managers and contingency personnel to ensure continued care for our patients and members. We are actively rescheduling nonurgent procedures postponed over the past week.
We are also hearing from employees who are afraid to return because their union is threatening them with fines. No employee should face intimidation for choosing to care for patients. We remain committed to protecting our employees from harassment and retaliation…