This past weekend, a patient entered our Emergency Department and moved through various parts of the hospital, interacting with staff, undergoing tests in radiology, and remaining in the pediatric ED.
We are writing to offer some explanation regarding an email received by all members earlier this week. The email would have come from Denise Lambrecht on the afternoon of Tuesday, 10/8, with the subject line Arbitrator Union Nurses.
The Election Committee has determined that a rerun of the HPAE Local 5103 Vice President election is required.
As some of you may have heard, Heights University Hospital is going through financial hardships that could lead to the facility closing, leaving over 300,000 residents of Jersey City being served only by Jersey City Medical Center.
In accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws of HPAE Local 5185, the election of local union officers will take place by secret mail ballot.
Please be advised that nominations are now open for all officer positions of Local 5089. Only members in good standing may nominate or be nominated. This election will take place by secret mail ballot.
Please be advised that nominations are now open for all officer positions of Local 5097. Only members in good standing may nominate or be nominated. This election will take place by secret mail ballot.
The election committee has made a provisional ruling that a rerun of the Local 5103 Vice President election is required. All candidates and protesters were informed of this decision on September 26, 2025.
In order to make sure you're making the right choices for yourself and your family, we encourage you to visit the Virtual Benefits Fair so that you are well-informed before you choose your plan during the Open Enrollment Period.
The NJ Department of Health has strongly reminded Management that they can not just shut down our hospital or close services in 30 days.