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Central Maine Medical Center Denies Reinstatement of Fired Nurse Amid Unionization Efforts

Central Maine Medical Center Denies Reinstatement of Fired Nurse Amid Unionization Efforts

Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, Maine, has denied claims by the National Nurses Organizing Committee that it reinstated a nurse fired during unionization efforts. The union, a branch of the largest nurses' union, announced that CMMC and an Illinois hospital, both part of Prime Healthcare, had reinstated five nurses who were previously fired or suspended. However, a CMMC spokesperson stated that no reinstatements from suspension or termination have occurred, and certain matters remain under investigation. Prime Healthcare had fired 14 nurses at CMMC and disciplined six others, actions the union claims were in response to nurses filing a National Labor Relations Board petition for a union election. CMMC nurses later voted 91% to join the Maine State Nurses Association. CMMC has consistently denied retaliating against nurses for union activity, asserting that all disciplinary actions were based on documented violations of hospital standards of conduct and patient-safety policies.

Fired Central Maine Medical Center Nurse Reinstated Following Unionization Efforts

Fired Central Maine Medical Center Nurse Reinstated Following Unionization Efforts

National Nurses United has announced that a nurse previously fired from Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston has been reinstated. This reinstatement follows significant efforts to unionize at the medical center. The union stated that the nurse is expected to return to work in Lewiston this week. CMMC is part of Prime Healthcare, which had previously fired 14 nurses and disciplined six others at the facility. The union claims these actions were in response to nurses filing a National Labor Relations Board petition to hold a union election. Subsequently, CMMC nurses voted by a 91% margin to join the Maine State Nurses Association. CMMC had previously denied any retaliation, asserting that the disciplinary actions were due to documented policy and patient-safety violations.

UAW Grad Workers and UWUA Local B341 Affiliate with Maine AFL-CIO

UAW Grad Workers and UWUA Local B341 Affiliate with Maine AFL-CIO

The University of Maine Graduate Workers, UAW Local 7650, and the Utility Workers of America Local B341 have officially affiliated with the Maine AFL-CIO. The UMaine Graduate Workers, who formed UAW Local 7650, successfully unionized in late September 2023 after launching their campaign in March 2023. It took them over two years, or 765 days, to secure their first contract due to university stalling, leading to their local number 7650. This local represents approximately 900 to 1,000 part-time graduate student workers across all University of Maine campuses. UWUA Local B341, chartered in 1953, represents workers delivering natural gas to customers in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, specifically from Kittery to Lewiston. This local previously represented employees of the Portland Gas Light Company and the Lewiston Gas Light Company, which later became part of Northern Utilities and then Unitil in 1984.

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UAW election vote count commences: How to track results online

UAW election vote count commences: How to track results online

The UAW began counting votes for its next slate of executive board members. Unofficial results will be posted online as votes come in.

Maine State Nurses Association Retracts Claim of Reinstated Lewiston Nurse Amidst Union Dispute

Maine State Nurses Association Retracts Claim of Reinstated Lewiston Nurse Amidst Union Dispute

The Maine State Nurses Association (MSNA) has retracted its earlier announcement regarding the reinstatement of a nurse fired from Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston. The union stated that the news of the reinstatement was 'premature.' This development comes after CMMC, owned by Prime Healthcare, fired 15 nurses and suspended five others last month. The MSNA alleges these actions were in retaliation for union organizing activities, a claim both the hospital and Prime Healthcare deny. The disciplinary actions have drawn significant criticism from nurses and elected officials, including Governor Janet Mills, who wrote to CMMC's president and CEO advocating for the nurses' reinstatement. CMMC nurses voted to establish a union on September 25. Union officials have not provided a reason for the initial premature announcement, and CMMC reportedly stated that no nurses have been reinstated.

Kaiser Permanente Seeks Nurse Manager for Perioperative Services in Jonesboro, Georgia

Kaiser Permanente Seeks Nurse Manager for Perioperative Services in Jonesboro, Georgia

Kaiser Permanente is actively seeking a Nurse Manager I for Perioperative Services at its Southwood Medical Offices in Jonesboro, Georgia. This full-time, onsite position offers an annual salary ranging from $133,000 to $154,000. The role requires an experienced Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), a minimum of three years of patient-care delivery experience, three years in healthcare clinical operations, and at least two years of leadership experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership, overseeing daily clinical operations, staffing, scheduling, and resource utilization within Day Surgery. Key duties include leading and developing nursing staff, collaborating with physicians, monitoring quality standards, ensuring patient safety, and managing regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes mentoring staff, improving clinical workflows, and delivering high-quality patient care.

Yellow Corp. and Teamsters Reach Settlement on WARN Act Claims After Bankruptcy

Yellow Corp. and Teamsters Reach Settlement on WARN Act Claims After Bankruptcy

Yellow Corp. and Teamsters Reach Settlement on WARN Act Claims After Bankruptcy

US Foods Teamsters Ratify Contract with Significant Wage Increases and Protections

US Foods Teamsters Ratify Contract with Significant Wage Increases and Protections

US Foods Teamsters Ratify Contract with Significant Wage Increases and Protections

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Union sets strike vote amid Stellantis stalemate

Union sets strike vote amid Stellantis stalemate

Unifor plans a strike vote as contract talks with Stellantis stall over the sale of the Brampton Assembly Plant and job security concerns.

Kroger Reduces Healthcare Eligibility Hours for Union Workers to 24 Per Week

Kroger Reduces Healthcare Eligibility Hours for Union Workers to 24 Per Week

Kroger Reduces Healthcare Eligibility Hours for Union Workers to 24 Per Week

Kroger Workers in Houston and Louisiana See Healthcare Eligibility Threshold Reduced to 24 Hours

Kroger Workers in Houston and Louisiana See Healthcare Eligibility Threshold Reduced to 24 Hours

Kroger Workers in Houston and Louisiana See Healthcare Eligibility Threshold Reduced to 24 Hours

New Mexico Police Department Workers Prepare for First Contract Negotiations After Unionization

New Mexico Police Department Workers Prepare for First Contract Negotiations After Unionization

Police officers and other employees at the Village of Bosque Farms Police Department in New Mexico are preparing for their initial contract talks. This development follows their successful unionization with AFSCME New Mexico over the summer. In July, the New Mexico Public Employee Labor Relations Board formally recognized AFSCME New Mexico as the bargaining unit for these employees. The workers formed their union with the primary goals of securing fair wages, improving workplace conditions, enhancing workplace protections, strengthening the police department, and boosting recruitment efforts. AFSCME New Mexico Deputy Director Connie Derr emphasized that this unionization provides public safety employees with a meaningful voice in decisions affecting their jobs, families, safety, and ability to protect the community. The organizing victory marks the transition to negotiating a collective bargaining agreement with the Village of Bosque Farms, with workers currently formulating their priorities and proposals ...