Prince Edward Island Nurses' Union
10 Paramount Drive C1E 0C7 Charlottetown, PE, Canada

Barbara Brookins, president of the P.E.I. Nurses Union, said this was welcome news. She said she became aware of discussions about using paramedics in the emergency department earlier this week, which raised concerns among members. "We were concerned obviously about service delivery and just wondering if all avenues have been explored before this discussion came forward," Brookins said.

Happy May Long Weekend! This is a friendly reminder that the Summer Vacation Article 22.4 applies to notice periods for summer schedules (see link below) Please notify your Local President or the Provincial Office if there has not been notice sent out regarding your summer schedule.... We are aware of the impact that vacant positions are having on this process, but also need to closely monitor the areas where this is occurring. https://peinu.com/summer-vacations/

PEINU President, Barbara Brookins happily had her first vaccine last week. A moment she describes of hope and joy. A special thank you to our members for getting the vaccine and thank you to those who are testing, working in labs, administering the vaccine, caring for those who have contracted the virus and countless other patients, residents and clients who require care. We see you and we appreciate you.

Things can change fast. Don’t let your guard down, PEI. Keep doing your part to protect lives and critical health care resources. #WearAMask #VaccinatePEI

The nursing workforce is the world’s largest single occupation in the health sector and is a foundation of the interprofessional health teams that deliver on the promise of health for all,