Members of the union representing nurses at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center have authorized a strike if an agreement can’t be reached on a new contract that provides lower staff-to-patient ratios.
At a time when our public institutions are under attack by the federal government, it is more important than ever that the State of New Jersey step up to fill these gaps.
Can You Afford to Lose $3,385.75 This Year? THAT is what HRH's proposals would cost the AVERAGE Union Member now through January 1, 2026. On top of that, HRH wants to increase your insurance premiums by Eighty-Seven Percent starting in 2026.
Can You Afford to Lose $3,828.51 This Year? THAT is what HRH's proposals would cost the AVERAGE Union Member now through January 1, 2026. On top of that, HRH wants to double your insurance premiums starting in 2026.
Can You Afford to Lose $3,828.51 This Year? THAT is what HRH's proposals would cost the AVERAGE Union Member now through January 1, 2026. On top of that, HRH wants to double your insurance premiums starting in 2026.
The thousands of HPAE nurses and healthcare professionals represented in Bergen, Salem, Cumberland and Gloucester Counties have made clear they will not accept contracts that do not include enforceable nurse-to-patient ratios.
In response to Inspira’s inability to meet our demands, 83% of Inspira HPAE members participated in our HPAE strike vote, and 98% of voters authorized a strike!
In response to New Bridge's inability to meet our demands, 85% of New Bridge HPAE members participated in our HPAE strike vote, and 98% of voters authorized a strike!
The budget deal passed by the Republicans in the House of Representatives strips away support programs from the people who need it most in order to give large tax cuts to those who need it the least.
On May 29, 2025, HMH and HPAE will return to the bargaining table —and we are ready, united, and determined to keep fighting for our demands: safe staffing ratios, fair wages, and the respect we deserve.
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