RI Hospital News Blog

Enough is Enough!  (Shame on Lifespan)

On September 7, 2011, Lifespan announced that it has decided to cut its matching contribution to employees' 403(b) Fidelity plan for this year, and to completely eliminate its matching contribution for next year.

Lifespan's announcement is a slap in the face to all Lifespan employees.  Lifespan blamed the bad economy, but the fact is that Lifespan has made nearly $320 million in profits in the past six years - including $36.9 million last year - and is on track to make a profit again this year.  Furthermore, Lifespan corporate executives are making millions in salaries, bonuses, and special retirement plans.   Read more and contact State officials to protest Lifespan's corporate greed.

UNAP negotiates new four-year contract with RI Hospital
A new four-year contract between the United Nurses & Allied Professionals and RI Hospital was ratified on Friday, July 1 by a vote of 944 to 260, over the course of five membership meetings held at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick. The new contract covers more than 2,200 Registered Nurses and allied health professionals.  Among the most significant provisions of the agreement are:  

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