John Salyers replied to John Salyers's topic in General Nursing
So we need to organize, or unionize. I haven't ever been anti-union, but I have wondered at the true benefit to nurses. My experience is that the union in New York was very effective. I will try to...
John Salyers replied to John Salyers's topic in General Nursing
That's great News! So your base rate before differentials is 40.00 per hour. That's awesome. I wish it were true for all. We need to focus on the organizations that give nurses a voice and give us...
John Salyers replied to John Salyers's topic in General Nursing
I've heard it several times on this post and it gives me hope. The idea that we can't have a say (governance) and compensation is a mind-set that hospital boards want all nurses to have. I know a...
John Salyers replied to John Salyers's topic in General Nursing
...and that is exactly what we're supposed to think. Take what the hospital/corporate entity gives us. We'll get to be in governance (that doesn't include a paycheck). We'll create the best work...
Ladies and Gentlemen -
I live and work in Southern TX. I came here almost 14 years ago. The wages haven't changed in 14 YEARS!! At some facilities the wages are even less than they were when...