We had a busy day today, exchanging packages on DEI language, clean-up time, discipline and grievances, flex staff and remote work. We reached several tentative agreements and are close to agreement on much of the other language discussed today.
Read MoreWe’ve prepared an Excel spreadsheet to calculate how Local 328’s and OHSU’s current across-the-board wage proposals will affect employees. You can also see how much a potential strike of varying lengths would cost vs. how much you stand to gain from the ATBs.
Read MoreWhy would I be willing to strike? Because I am willing to withhold my services and skills to fight for a contract that will ensure respect and safety in my workplace — necessities that OHSU has failed to provide.
Read MoreOHSU, if you’re reading this, I’m tired.
Read MoreRecently, our union shared a post with tips for how to plan for and afford a strike. While there are excellent ideas in the post, it’s important to acknowledge that some of our members have very limited resources and are already doing everything they can to stretch each paycheck to last until the next one. We have compiled a list of additional resources that we hope will alleviate some of our folks’ financial stress. We hope you can find something in these resources that you may be eligible for — you may be able to access these resources now and set a little aside before a possible strike happens.
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