All of us here at Jackson have been on the frontlines of the global pandemic, fighting tirelessly for those who need us. We have stood by our community here in Miami-Dade, making sure every single resident gets the care they need. Now, we need politicians in Tallahassee to stand by us. We need to remindContinue reading “TAKE ACTION AGAINST BAD LEGISLATION”
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Our Retirement Plan Targeted in Tallahassee — WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU
The Florida Legislature is considering ending the Defined Benefit Plan for new hires. This Defined Benefit plan provides a fixed income benefit, based on a formula, guaranteeing a set dollar amount for your retirement (like social security). At JHS we are all currently eligible for either the State of Florida (FRS) or the Jackson fixedContinue reading “Our Retirement Plan Targeted in Tallahassee — WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU”
2020 – 2023 SEIU 1991 Bargaining Survey
Please take a few moments to help us identify our bargaining priorities so we can fight for what matters most. The results from this survey will be used by your bargaining team to develop contract proposals to present to management and will help us determine our priorities as we work to reach a contract settlement.Continue reading “2020 – 2023 SEIU 1991 Bargaining Survey”
Recruitment & Retention, Per Diem Premium Pay MOUs
Below are links to two MOUs. One is the Per Diem Covid Enhancement Pay MOU and the other is the Recruitment and Retention Incentive Program for CSNs & ANMs. Please follow the links below to review the documents. perdiempay MOU Recruitment and Retention Incentive Program CSNs ANMs 12 17 2020
Hazard & Flu MOUs
At long last, the hazard pay MOU is complete! It, along with the Flu vaccine MOU, are available below. Please contact us (305)620-6555 or union@seiu1991.org with any questions or concerns you may have. Hazard pay payments will be included on the December 18th paycheck. Thanks to everyone who helped during this difficult process! MOU SEIUContinue reading “Hazard & Flu MOUs”
Martha Baker sounds the alarm on CNN
President Martha Baker joined CNN this week to continue urgently sounding the alarm about Florida’s accelerating coronavirus crisis. “Our staff is getting stressed to the max, and it’s really unfair not only to the community but the caregivers inside the hospital. It’s a 24 hour stresser. The public and our elected leaders really need toContinue reading “Martha Baker sounds the alarm on CNN”
2020 political season is heating up
Some key dates are coming up before the August 18 elections — when Miami-Dade will elect a new Mayor, Commission, and other key local officials: July 20: Last date to register to vote before the August 18 election August 8: Last day to request a mail-in ballot before the August election August 3 – 16: Early votingContinue reading “2020 political season is heating up”
Must watch: Martha shares the reality at Jackson in major interview
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.
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”
Standing up for justice
The senseless killing of George Floyd one week ago today — only the latest death in a long and shameful line of deaths of innocent Black people — has enraged the nation, and finally made it impossible for many to ignore the harsh realities of racism and violence in America. The deaths of George Floyd,Continue reading “Standing up for justice”