In case you missed it: President Martha Baker’s recent interview with Jim Defede for CBS Miami is a must watch. She sounds the alarm bells about the impact of rising COVID-19 case numbers on patients and members, and the urgent need for the community to follow health protocols. Watch the interview.
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Big news: Launching Health Heroes campaign
The public has reached from every corner of our community to express thanks for our lifesaving efforts. They understand that we put our lives — and the health of our families — at risk, as caregivers on the frontlines protecting our community. To join with our supporters and amplify this outpouring of support,Continue reading “Big news: Launching Health Heroes campaign”
Ask Congress to #ProtectAllWorkers
Congress has passed multiple bills in response to the #COVID19 crisis, but so far they have fallen short of providing the support we need. Frontline workers still lack hazard pay, protective equipment, paid sick leave, and more. Meanwhile, huge corporations are receiving hundreds of billions of dollars in bailout money. We’re demanding Congress #ProtectAllWorkers.Continue reading “Ask Congress to #ProtectAllWorkers”
County Commissioners and the PHT Stand Strong With Jackson Employees
Thanks to the hard work of employees like you and the tireless efforts of SEIU 1991 President Martha Baker RN, the Miami-Dade County Commission made it clear that there will be no furloughs or forced PL usage for any Jackson employees! The County Commission along with leadership from the PHT including Chairman Joe Arriola cameContinue reading “County Commissioners and the PHT Stand Strong With Jackson Employees”
COVID-19 Update: A message from President Martha Baker
I wanted to take a moment to reach out and thank every one of you for your hard work and dedication as we continue to work diligently to contain the COVID-19 virus and provide excellent care to our patients. Our rep staff has been advised to limit their presence in clinical areas during thisContinue reading “COVID-19 Update: A message from President Martha Baker”
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Happy holidays to our members
On behalf of the whole SEIU Local 1991 team, we want to wish you and your family a joyful and peaceful holiday season. Thank you for another year of extraordinary work in service to our community. Your dedication to providing high-quality, patient-centered care makes a difference in so many lives. I hope many of youContinue reading “Happy holidays to our members”
You’re invited to the Holiday Party
SEIU family, we’re delighted to invite you to celebrate another terrific year with us at the 2019 Annual Holiday Party! When: Friday, December 6 starting at 6:30 pm Where: Hyatt Regency Miami, 400 SE 2nd Ave Free for members | $25 for up to one guest Payment must be made in the SEIU office inContinue reading “You’re invited to the Holiday Party”
History of race at Jackson Health System
This fall marks the 400th anniversary of the start of the slave trade in the U.S. In August 1619, the first slaveships arrived on American soil (in Virginia), forever linking slavery to the founding of our country and democracy. This anniversary has created an urgent moment of opportunity for a national reckoning with our past:Continue reading “History of race at Jackson Health System”
Mary’s memories: A segregated Jackson
Jackson Health System first opened its doors as Miami City Hospital on June 25, 1918 in the midst of a deadly influenza epidemic, as a small, 13-bed hospital. For the past 100+ years Jackson has proudly practiced our mission “to provide a single, high standard of quality care for all the residents of Miami-Dade County regardless ofContinue reading “Mary’s memories: A segregated Jackson”