Update: Session 28

Negotiations resumed on a successor contract for the INA RN collective bargaining agreement. The parties met virtually with the mediator present.

The joint session began with UIC's presentation related to float tracks and proposed changes to those tracks. Then, UIC presented their counters related to shift, educational and professional opportunities. The INA presented their counters to shift differential, effective date of wages, association activity, information, and bargaining negotiations team. The parties returned to their caucus.

Back in joint session, the INA presented their counters to governance of sick leave, sick time abuse, preceptor differential, certification bonuses, overtime differential, holidays, and vacation availability. The parties coordinated for the next bargaining session and returned to their caucus.