UNION REPRESENTATION

AND CONFIDENTIALITY

JNESO received calls and concerns about management approaching members on the unit when they are investigating patient care, documentation, and/or attendance issues.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? KNOW YOUR RIGHTS!

WEINGARTEN RIGHTS: Request Union Representation! You should not talk to management or Human Resources without an officer or a JNESO Staff Rep.

ARTICLE 13.D DISCIPLINE & DISCHARGE

(PAGES 15-17 OF YOUR UNION CONTRACT)

D. No Employees shall be disciplined unless a Local Union Representative is present except:

1. In an emergency and no Union Representative is available (another employee may be asked to be present).

2. The Employee waives representation in writing.

NOTE: UNION REPRESENTATION INCLUDES

A JNESO STAFF REPRESENTATIVE

All discussions related to investigatory meetings and or patient care issues should be done in a confidential manner, not on the Unit and/or in earshot of other staff/employees.

If you believe your rights have been violated, contact a Local Officer or the JNESO Office ASAP!

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