Why Covid was a turning point for nurses flexing union power

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Top Story Why the Pandemic Was a Turning Point for Nurses Flexing Union Power Nurse unions and labor experts agree that the pandemic was a turning point that catalyzed nurses to fight for improved working conditions and overall better treatment from their employers. By negotiating new contracts with their employers, unions are working hard to both uphold patient safety and mitigate the nursing field's debilitating workforce shortage. Sponsored Content Enhancing Efficiency in your Practices: Unleashing the Power of Greenway Health's Optimization Services Presented by Greenway Health Resolve your healthcare information technology concerns by optimizing your technology, boosting workflows, improving staff productivity, and driving revenue. Learn More>> 1 Week Left for Extreme Early Bird Rate Connecting You to Opportunity. You have one week left to save $200 and join us in Dallas on October 26th for INVEST Digital Health where the best in healthcare, venture capital, innovative startups and the entire healthcare ecosystem comes together to network and collaborate. Current Reduced Rate ends on July 28th. Register Now

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