This seminar is offered to meet training requirements of Chapter 786 of the Laws of 1992 that states that certain healthcare professionals licensed in New York State must receive training on Infection Control and Barrier Precautions every 4 years unless otherwise exempted. This statue applies to: dental hygienists, dentists, licensed practical nurses, optometrists, physicians, physician assistants, podiatrists, registered nurses, and special assistants. The target audience are registered nurses and other licensed professionals who require this training. Read More
The ACLS Full Provider Program is designed to provide healthcare professionals the essential knowledge and skills for a successful resuscitation of an adult patient by performing BLS and ACLS based on the AHA 2005 guidelines. Read More
The PALS Full Provider Course Program is designed to provide healthcare professionals the essential knowledge and skills for a successful resuscitation of an adult patient by performing BLS and ACLS based on the AHA 2005 guidelines. Read More
This program is designed to offer nurses who are interested in learning or enhancing skills and knowledge in the principles and practices of hospital based case management. All participants must attend at least 90% of each module in order to earn the designated number of contact hours for that module. Read More
This Educational Activity will build upon the knowledge base of the experienced critical care nurses and help them prepare for passing the CCRN - Adult certification. It will also serve as a refresher course for those who are currently CCRN certified and wish to renew their certification by either contact hours or seating for the examination. Read More
This week we welcome nearly 225 new members from Health Alliance Hospital into the 1199SEIU family. Read More
The program is designed to prepare Professional Registered Nurses take the Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN®) and/or the Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA®) certification exam by the American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. (ABPANC). Professional Registered Nurses who have at least 1,800 hours of direct clinical experience in Postanesthesia Phase I (CPAN), and/or caring for patients in Preanesthesia Phase, Day of Surgery/Procedure, Postanesthesia Phase II and/or Extended Care (CAPA) may take this course. Read More
The seminar/workshop is designed to offer nurses who are interested in enhancing their skills and knowledge in the principles and practices of starting and maintaining an intravenous line and intravenous therapy. Read More
This 4-day Educational Activity provides a comprehensive didactic curriculum and is being presented by 1199 Office of Continuing Education primarily for nurses who currently work in a Hemodialysis Unit and/or Renal Unit. It is an excellent program for nurses preparing to sit for the National Certification Exam for Nephrology Nursing. Should we have space available after we have accommodated those nurses working in Hemodialysis, we will consider nurses who are working in other units and considering transferring into Hemodialysis. This educational activity is designed for experienced hemodialysis RNs’ who are preparing to sit for the National Certification Examination in Nephrology Nursing or wish to acquire the didactic classroom requirement in preparation to work in a Hemodialysis Unit. Read More
The devastation Hurricane Dorian caused in the Bahamas touched many people including members of 1199SEIU Florida who have relatives and friends living in the Bahamas. But even those with no personal connection to the island nation, still wanted to help out the people impacted by this tragedy. So, members reached out to their coworkers to ask for donations and within a few weeks they raised $10,000. Read More
At town halls, summits and on social media, 1199SEIU Florida members are making their voices heard in the next Presidential election. At various events across the country, many of these politically savvy healthcare workers have met face to face and stood elbow to elbow with key leaders including Senators Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden and a host of other candidates who could shape the future of our nation for years to come. Members have been using these unique opportunities to make it clear to the candidates that in order to win their support they must address the following key issues: unions for all, universal access to quality, affordable healthcare, keep immigrant families together and safe and bold action on climate change. Read More
1199SEIU Florida members are celebrating another victory in Orlando having helped power SEIU Florida-endorsed candidate Bakari Burns to victory in the Orlando Commissioner District 6 runoff election. His victory comes on the heels of the reelection of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer who was also endorsed by SEIU Florida. Read More
The Texas v. Azar Fifth Circuit decision is yet another example of the Trump administration’s vicious desire to strip working Americans of the rights and resources that allow them to live with dignity in an ever-changing economy. Read More
Thirty years ago, some 2,000 members of 1199 worked tirelessly to help David Dinkins become New York’s first African American mayor. “Dinkins will help the working class and especially my people,” said Antonine Michaud, a Haitian-American accounts payable clerk at Manhattan’s St. Luke’s Hospital at the time. Read More
As the 30th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) approaches, 1199ers have formed a new caucus to advocate for disabled workers, make stronger connections with the disability community, and speak out against abuse and marginalization of disabled workers. Read More
2020 is an important election year. The President of the United States, the U.S. House of Representatives, one-third of the U.S.
Senate, and several state legislatures are up for re-election. Each U.S. state and territory sets its own dates and rules for registering to vote. If you wish to register, or need to reregister, go to your state’s board of elections website to learn about the
registration deadlines and online or early voting opportunities, and poll sites. Listed here are web addresses for election boards in 1199’s regions as well as dates for next year’s presidential and primary elections. Don’t miss out. Register and vote. Read More
Florida nursing home workers at Avante at Boca Raton ratified a new contract in early November. The three-year agreement includes several noteworthy gains; among them are pay raises totaling 9% over the life of the 3-year agreement, higher minimum wages, additional paid time off based on seniority, and bonuses for everyone. Read More
