HPAE statement on HRH’s illegal “closure” of Heights University Hospital
Hudson Regional has made this decision illegally with no regard for Department of Health regulations or the Warn Act. What will happen to the patients in this community?
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HPAE Press Release: HRH Layoffs at Heights University Hospital
Hudson Regional Health (HRH), which owns Heights University Hospital (HUH), formerly known as Christ Hospital, has begun to terminate employees at the hospital and reduce admissions.
HPAE statement on HRH’s “stabilization” plan for Heights University Hospital
EMERSON—”Hudson Regional Health (HRH), which owns Heights University Hospital, publicly states it is ‘stabilizing’ the health system — but its actions paint a very different picture. The hospital has announced it is reducing critical services available to the community and
Hudson Regional Has an Obligation to the Community, the Workers and the Courts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Hudson Regional Has an Obligation to the Community, the Workers and the Courts 2025.10.14_Carepoint Placey LTR Nabulsi EMERSON—After weeks of Hudson Regional Health (HRH) pressuring policymakers to bail them out, the NJ Department
HPAE statement on HRH’s demand of $25 million to continue operating Heights University Hospital
State regulators should hold HRH accountable to fulfil the promises they've made during the bankruptcy. Any funding must come with transparency, a plan and a requirement to fulfil the plan.
HPAE statement on the appointment of Carole Johnson as the new president and CEO of UH
HPAE congratulates Carole Johnson on her appointment as the next President and Chief-Executive-Officer of University Hospital in Newark.
HPAE Statement on the Government Shutdown and Attacks on American Healthcare
As the government shutdown begins, HPAE condemns the reckless actions of President Trump and Congressional Republicans that brought us to this point.
HPAE Statement on HRH’s Pending Layoff Notices to Heights University Hospital Workers
Union leaders were presented with no plan for the future but were encouraged to tell the Department of Health and the Governor that they need money to keep Heights Hospital afloat.
Nurses Ratify New Contract that Give Monmouth County Patients Access to a Hospital with Safe Nurse to Patient Ratios
HPAE President Debbie White, RN, said the safe staffing language negotiated will also allow the hospital to retain current staff and attract new nurses to JSUMC.
Historic Labor Agreement to Give Patients Access to a Safe Staffing Hospital in Monmouth County
Registered Nurses at Jersey Shore University Medical Center represented by HPAE have struck a deal with Hackensack Meridian Health on a new contract that includes enforceable safe staffing ratios, better pay, and enhanced workplace violence prevention measures.