URGENT! Ascension Providence Rochester Medical Professionals' Demand Safety Precautions in Hospital Amid Cyber Attack
Ascension Administration - Joseph Impicciche CEO, Michael Wiemann REGIONAL CEO, Michael Badali COO, Janay Tull NURSING VP, Kimberly Jackson LABOR RELATIONS
We, the members of Local 40 at Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, are deeply concerned about the current challenges faced by our healthcare professionals due to the cyber hack incident and subsequent lack of access to patients’ electronic medical records. In light of these circumstances, we demand that immediate safety precautions be implemented to ensure the well-being of both our members and the patients under our care.
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Ascension Administration - Joseph Impicciche CEO, Michael Wiemann REGIONAL CEO, Michael Badali COO, Janay Tull NURSING VP, Kimberly Jackson LABOR RELATIONS
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We petition the hospital administration to prioritize the following safety precautions, including but not limited to:
1. **Unit Shift Huddles**:
Implement daily unit shift huddles to ensure effective communication, coordination, and information sharing among healthcare professionals regarding patient care, safety protocols, and any emerging issues.
2. **Training Sessions**:
Conduct regular training sessions for staff members to enhance their knowledge and skills in navigating the challenges posed by the ongoing cyber hack incident and operating without access to electronic medical records.
3. **Weekly Progress Reports**: Provide weekly progress reports to update staff members on the status of efforts to resolve the cyber hack incident, restore access to electronic medical records, and address any safety concerns or staffing issues.
4. **4:1 Nurse-to-Patient Ratio**: Maintain a maximum 4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio until the matter is fully resolved to ensure that patients receive the level of care and attention they require, despite the challenges faced by our healthcare professionals.
5. **Reduction in Elective Surgeries & Non-Emergent Admissons**:
Temporarily reduce elective surgeries and non-emergent admissions to alleviate the strain on resources and prioritize care for critical patients.
These safety precautions are essential to safeguarding the well-being of both our members and the patients we serve during this challenging time. It is imperative that the hospital administration takes immediate action to address these concerns and prioritize the safety and quality of care for all individuals involved.
We, the undersigned, stand united in demanding these safety precautions be implemented without delay and call upon the hospital administration to prioritize the well-being of both staff and patients throughout this challenging period.