Union of Nurses Threatens Strike Against Henry Ford Genesys Hospital
Henry Ford Genesys Hospital Faces Potential Strike by Teamsters Local 332
Teamsters Local 332, a union representing 750 nurses and case workers at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc, Michigan, has issued a 10-day strike notice against the hospital. This marks the first time in six years that Henry Ford Genesys Hospital faces a strike by Teamsters Local 332.
The contract negotiations between Teamsters Local 332 and Henry Ford Health have been ongoing since April, with the current contract expiring in June. The latest offer from Henry Ford Health, which was rejected by 93% of Teamsters Local 332's membership, includes details related to nurse-to-patient ratio and premium pay.
The union has not specified any new terms or conditions in the 10-day strike notice. The strike, if it occurs, could potentially impact the nurse-to-patient ratio and premium pay at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital.
The negotiations have been marked by disputes over nurse-to-patient ratio and premium pay details. The hospital and the union have not publicly disclosed the name of the negotiation partner from either side.
The strike notice gives Henry Ford Genesys Hospital 10 days to respond before the strike begins. If the strike occurs, it would be the first at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital since 2015.
The membership of Teamsters Local 332 voted on the latest offer from Henry Ford Health earlier this week. The vote resulted in a resounding rejection, with 93% of the members voting against the offer.
Negotiations for a new contract have been ongoing since April. The strike notice does not indicate any changes in the union's stance on the ongoing negotiations. The strike notice was issued on Thursday.
If the strike goes ahead, it could potentially disrupt services at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital. The hospital has not yet responded to the strike notice. The community is urged to stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
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