We just witnessed the largest healthcare strike in US history which involved 75,000 workers. We need to consider sustainable solutions to delivering services in hospitals because as the labor strike pointed out, the impact to employees is real. https://lnkd.in/g936WvEp
ST Engineering, Aethon’s Post
More Relevant Posts
-
Are strikes here to stay? Well, it depends. Workers are becoming more empowered to speak out against systems that disadvantage them. Whether or not these strikes end depends on how well hospital systems can meet their needs while simultaneously balancing the financial needs of the hospital, This may mean that we need to change, or even completely overhaul systems. Either way, it will take employees and hospitals truly hearing each other to bring these strikes to an end.
Is healthcare's era of strikes here to stay?
beckershospitalreview.com
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
Inside the Kaiser Contract That Ended the Biggest Healthcare Strike in US History – MedCity News - MedCity News #InsideTheKaiserContract: The End of the Biggest Healthcare Strike in US History #Introduction This blog post provides an inside look into the Kaiser contract that effectively ended the largest healthcare strike in US history. #Background The strike involved over 150,000 healthcare workers across the country and lasted for several months. It was driven by concerns over staffing shortages, patient care, and wages. #Key Provisions of the Contract 1. #Staffing Ratios: The new contract includes provisions to address staffing shortages, ensuring adequate levels of healthcare professionals to maintain quality patient care. 2. #Wages and Benefits: The agreement includes wage increases and improved benefits for healthcare workers, addressing their concerns about fair compensation. 3. #Patient Care ai.mediformatica.com #contract #health #staffing #healthcare #medcity #news #hiring #kaiserpermanente #strike #about #coalitionofkaiserpermanenteunions #education #digitalhealth #healthit #healthtech #healthcaretechnology @MediFormatica (https://buff.ly/477Vh5B)
Inside the Kaiser Contract That Ended the Biggest Healthcare Strike in US History - MedCity News
https://medcitynews.com
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
🏥Breaking News in Healthcare Industry🏥 The U.S. healthcare sector witnesses its largest strike as more than 75,000 Kaiser Permanente medical workers walk out demanding improved conditions. Here's what you need to know: 🌡️ The Standoff: Negotiations between Kaiser Permanente and union representatives have temporarily halted. While some tentative agreements have been reached, key issues like higher pay and staffing shortages remain unresolved. 👩⚕️ Who's Affected: Nurses, medical technicians, and support staff at Kaiser hospitals and clinics across several states are participating in the strike. This comes amidst a broader trend of labor unions pushing for better wages and benefits. 📅 Lengthy Negotiations: The strike follows six months of negotiations after the previous four-year labor pact expired on September 30th. 🌟 What's at Stake: The union coalition claims that Kaiser Permanente hasn't adequately addressed the staffing crisis, which affects both employees and patient care. They're demanding the hiring of 10,000 new healthcare workers. 🚑 Impact on Healthcare Industry: With healthcare workers across the country taking a stand, the industry is facing unprecedented labor challenges. Staffing issues, burnout, and compensation are pressing concerns. 📈 Rising Strike Activity: The healthcare sector is not alone in this. Labor unions across various industries are pushing for improved conditions and wages, marking a new era of higher strike activity. 🤝 Resolution Needed: As this strike unfolds, it underscores the importance of fair negotiations and addressing the concerns of frontline healthcare workers. A resolution is crucial for the healthcare industry's stability and the well-being of both staff and patients. Let's keep a close eye on how this situation develops and its potential implications for healthcare nationwide. #HealthcareStrike #LaborNegotiations #HealthcareIndustryImpact Photo Below: Creator: MIKE BLAKE | Credit: REUTERS
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
-
‘Grim Milestone’ Of One Million Cancelled Operations In Sight As Second NHS Consultants Strike Begins As NHS consultants in England begin their second walkout in the latest round of industrial action in their dispute over pay, Danny Mortimer, deputy chief executive of NHS Confederation, said: “As NHS consultants start their second walkout – the 10th round of large-scale strikes by NHS staff in nine months – weary healthcare leaders and teams will be wondering how many more rounds of industrial action the NHS must endure, and how many more patients will have to suffer before all those involved find a way to finally bring this to a close. “Unfortunately, handling strikes has had to become routine for leaders, with many telling us they’re spending up to a third of their time planning for and dealing with the fallout of repeated walkouts. “While the work they’ve done has minimised disruption, they nonetheless see and fear the impact it is having on patients and staff alike. “With strike action backing onto a bank holiday weekend, this round will again have a significant impact on patients. Demand at A&E departments is usually higher on bank holiday weekends, but this combined with operating a Christmas Day level of service in the runup, means that increased pressures will in many places mean patients will be faced with severe delays. “Healthcare leaders are sympathetic to the concerns of senior medical staff regarding reform of their contract, but also know that this war of attrition with the government is eroding hopes of reducing the backlog and affecting patient care. “It’s too late to stop this walkout, but the failure to put an end to this situation has put the Prime Minister’s pledge to reduce waiting lists in real jeopardy; another round of industrial action after this one may deliver a knockout blow to backlog hopes. “All sides must do whatever it takes to avert the further walkout planned by consultants for September and prevent the NHS from reaching the grim milestone of one million cancelled operations.” Read More:
'Grim Milestone' Of One Million Cancelled Operations In Sight As Second NHS Consultants Strike Begins
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
Healthcare systems were dealing with staffing shortages long before the pandemic, but we find ourselves at a point where significant strides forward must be made. With the recent staffing mandates, ongoing shortages, and increased burnout rates, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in healthcare. While there are a number of areas within the healthcare industry that need to be addressed, at the end of the day, providers want to do what they joined the industry to do, which is to care for their patients. As an industry, we must work together to provide better support, which includes providing tools that can help improve care outcomes and close gaps across the healthcare continuum. #StaffingChallenges #ConnectedCare #HITadoption
Last week, we witnessed the largest #healthcare strike in U.S. history, and Kaiser Permanente workers are considering a second strike next month if contract negotiations can’t be reached. Now, we’re seeing more healthcare workers strike against their workplaces, with staffing and #burnout acting as driving forces. The current state of U.S. healthcare is at a pivotal moment, and the outcomes of these strikes could significantly impact the healthcare industry as a whole. Burnout rates among healthcare workers are at an all-time high, which is why it’s crucial now more than ever that health systems lean on #technology that can help reduce administrative burdens that contribute to burnout. Technology not only streamlines workflow and increases efficiencies, it enables better-informed care, directly impacting overall patient care outcomes. The more prepared clinicians are, the better care they can provide. Learn more about the recent strike and its potential industry-wide impact this #WTWPCC in Axios: https://bit.ly/3ZS8kVW
Kaiser healthcare unions say weeklong strike possible early next month
reuters.com
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
Historic strikes continue with 75,000 Kaiser health care workers on a 3 day strike starting today. They are essentially demanding #healthywork. Workers explain that staffing shortages beginning well before Covid, have gotten worse. Many are doing 2 or 3 different jobs, which causes stress from high workloads, conflicting demands and not having enough resources to take care of their patients properly. The cycle of lack of staffing leading to high workloads and patient and staff safety concerns, results in #burnout and health care workers leaving … creating worse staffing shortages. It’s not sustainable and workers want input into the solutions. While management rights gives companies like #Kaiser full control over staffing - listening to workers about these issues at the bargaining table is the first step to resetting priorities. Without #healthywork Kaiser, workers and patients will lose. Healthy Work Campaign supports Kaiser unions in demanding action on these important issues like staffing, workload, job control (having a say), fair pay and benefits! https://lnkd.in/gEZmtzYr
Kaiser Permanente workers go on strike in largest health care walkout in U.S. history
https://ktla.com
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
Last week, we witnessed the largest #healthcare strike in U.S. history, and Kaiser Permanente workers are considering a second strike next month if contract negotiations can’t be reached. Now, we’re seeing more healthcare workers strike against their workplaces, with staffing and #burnout acting as driving forces. The current state of U.S. healthcare is at a pivotal moment, and the outcomes of these strikes could significantly impact the healthcare industry as a whole. Burnout rates among healthcare workers are at an all-time high, which is why it’s crucial now more than ever that health systems lean on #technology that can help reduce administrative burdens that contribute to burnout. Technology not only streamlines workflow and increases efficiencies, it enables better-informed care, directly impacting overall patient care outcomes. The more prepared clinicians are, the better care they can provide. Learn more about the recent strike and its potential industry-wide impact this #WTWPCC in Axios: https://bit.ly/3ZS8kVW
Kaiser healthcare unions say weeklong strike possible early next month
reuters.com
To view or add a comment, sign in
-
🚨 2023 has seen an unprecedented rise in healthcare labor strikes, with 43 strikes already recorded. From pay to staffing concerns, healthcare workers are increasingly ready to voice their dissatisfaction, potentially disrupting your facility's operations. 🔒 Don't be caught off guard. Partner with USN to ensure you have a robust plan in place should a strike hit your facility. 👥 In these uncertain times, a partnership with USN can help you navigate through potential labor strikes, ensuring uninterrupted quality care for your patients. Reach out to USN today. Stay prepared. Stay proactive. #healthcare #laborstrikes #USN #preparedness
Why 2023 has been the year of labor strikes
beckershospitalreview.com
To view or add a comment, sign in