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New York Nurses Hold Vigil for Global Ebola Awareness

November 13, 2014

On Wednesday, November 12, more than one hundred RNs lined the steps of the Federal Building in downtown Manhattan for a candlelight vigil, in a resolute call for nationwide mandates to protect patients and caregivers from Ebola.

Monte RNs win stronger Ebola protocols

November 12, 2014

At the Bronx’s Montefiore Medical Center, a delegation of 60 nurses went to hospital administrators to ask for stronger Ebola protocols — and we won!

National Ebola Awareness Day on Wednesday

November 11, 2014

On Wednesday, we are joining our colleagues — New York City VA Hospital nurses from National Nurses United — for a candlelight vigil to call for federal mandates for optimal safety protocols. Join us!

New York’s heroes: Dr. Spencer and Bellevue RNs

November 11, 2014

Dr. Craig Spencer left Bellevue Hospital today, Ebola free, and a powerful testament to the dedication and preparation of nurses and all the caregivers in our city’s public hospital system.

Long Island RNs Win New Contracts With North Shore-LIJ

November 10, 2014

After months of negotiations, nurses from Franklin, Plainview, and Syosset Hospitals and the management of North Shore-LIJ Health Systems have agreed to new contracts that secure vital patient protections and that guarantee skilled nurses within the region.

Healthcare worker safety guidelines for suspect Ebola patients

November 10, 2014

NYSNA has issued new guidelines on Ebola preparedness. The NYS Department of Health has mandated that Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for healthcare worker protection be followed in New York State. However, these are minimal levels of protection and may not be adequate.

New York State Orders on Ebola Preparedness

November 09, 2014

The New York State Department of Health and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene have issued orders for Ebola preparedness medical facilities covered under Article 28 of the NYS Health Code.