Negotiations Progress in Mount Sinai Nurses' Strike: Updates on Staffing Ratios and Patient Safety
The ongoing nurses' strike at Mount Sinai has reached its fifth week, with both parties making progress in negotiations with the help of a mediator. Mount Sinai administration is currently reviewing a new proposal put forth by the mediator. The New York State Nurses Association union has reported advancements on key issues over the weekend.
Nurses at Montefiore have achieved improved staffing ratios in various hospital departments, established a safe staffing standard in an outpatient unit for the first time, and secured additional nurse positions to enhance patient safety and reduce wait times.
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