COVID-19 Resources

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The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic effect on the U.S. healthcare industry, patient care and the health and safety of frontline healthcare workers. From the beginning, NYSNA has kept on top of the changing information and scientific evidence regarding the SARS-CoV-2 virus, transmission, treatment and prevention and has advocated for best practices in protecting patients and nurses. NYSNA continues to fight for improvements in guidelines and regulations related to infectious disease transmission in healthcare environments, as well as improvements in pandemic preparedness for the future.

COVID-19 Information & Updates

 

In Memoriam: Fallen NYSNA Nurses

 

Reopening Responsibly

We know that the governor, our state and local lawmakers, and most New Yorkers are anxious to lift the COVID-19 emergency measures. But New York was unprepared for the first COVID-19 outbreak, and we can never let that happen again. NYSNA has a plan for moving New York forward and reopening responsibly:

 

Stay Connected & Report Unsafe Conditions

 

PPE Standards

NYSNA continues to push back against relaxed PPE standards by the CDC, the New York Department of Health, and our employers. NYSNA’s position is that anyone treating COVID-positive patients and PUIs needs adequate PPE, which includes:

  • A fit-tested N95 (or higher level) respirator
  • A  fluid-resistant or impermeable gown
  • Gloves
  • Face shield or non-vented goggles

Disposable respiratory protection should be worn for a single patient care session and should not be reused!

 

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