A big @BCNursesUnion rally is kicking off in downtown Vancouver
Details here: @CTVVancouver #bcpoli
bc.ctvnews.ca/we-believe-pat…
This is a huge turnout
The @BCNursesUnion president Aman Grewal addressing hundreds of nurses gathered at Jack Poole plaza
Acknowledging dangerous, overwhelming working conditions and lasting impact on front line
“If nurse are healthy, the healthcare system is healthy” she says
“I can’t be more proud of the advocacy you’ve shown on behalf of your patients and colleagues. The work must continue to make healthcare better: better for nurses, better for patients” says Grewal to cheers and applause
Lots of discussion about an agreement involving nurse-patient ratios
beta.ctvnews.ca/local/british-…
“This doesn’t change the reality of today” noted VP Adrian Gear, bringing up local examples and voicing their support for doctors who are speaking up: beta.ctvnews.ca/local/british-…
“Healthcare is a non-partisan issue and we believe it’s everyone responsibility to bring about change” incl premier, college of nurses, advanced education ministry, supporting new grads so they stay
Gear emphasizes, “Safe staffing literally saves lives”
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