From legislators to local media and more, the coverage extended far beyond Rhode Island when the news of the deal struck by SEIU 1199NE and CNE emerged.
A look at the coverage Butler has received over there last 3 days.
“This resolution is a sign of true unity that brings the hospital and its mission forward. We are incredibly thankful for the support of so many in our community as well as elected leaders, especially House Speaker Shekarchi who helped us find a pathway forward toward resolution.”
Brook Huminiski, Clinical Social Worker, Butler Hospital
“That’s always been a priority to make sure that from top to bottom, everyone gets what they need.”
Daniel Camp, Behavioral Call Intake Operator, Butler Hospital
"We were able to secure affordable healthcare. We were able to maintain our retirement benefits our pension. We were also able to ensure that for all disciplines, covered across all bargaining agreements were fair, equitable and made it so everyone can actually earn a livable wage."
Courtney Threats, Social Worker, Butler Hospital
"Bargaining continued and it continued in good faith. That's the kind of bargaining we like to see, that's the kind of bargaining that helps Rhode Island."
Daniel Camp, Behavioral Call Intake Operator, Butler Hospital
“A big part of the issue with workplace safety was the fact that we could not retain, or fill empty positions because the wages were so low. So we feel very confident that [the wage increases] will help us retain experienced workers, and will help us attract new workers who really want to work in this field.”
Ben Degnan, Mental Health Worker, Butler Hospital
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Boston Area Coverage:
"Joseph Shekarchi worked hard with both sides and the federal mediator to see where the sticking points were. He worked toward opening up conversations when things had stalled and tried to understand the benefits associated with some of the demands that we were making during the bargaining process."
Courtney Threats, Social Worker, Butler Hospital
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