Tag #Nurse Negotiations

What are the immediate consequences of the current staffing shortage at IRMC, and how is it impacting patient care?

Dozens of nurses at Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC) picketed on April 1st, protesting insufficient staffing levels and the hospital's handling of contract negotiations. Registered Nurse Emily Frey stated that increasing the nursing staff from 270 to 400 is necessary for better patient care, citing issues with nurses being pulled from their assigned units due to short staffing. IRMC acknowledged the informational picket, affirming their commitment to patient safety and ongoing negotiations.