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  • Cook County Resident Contract Negotiations Survey

    Below you will have the opportunity to weigh in on what our priorities should be based on your experiences and where you see a need for change. Please take the time to do this, it will be our guide throughout negotiations. (Survey results are confidential and won't be shared with your employer.)

  • Contract negotiations are coming up!

    Below you will have the opportunity to weigh in on what our priorities should be based on your experiences and where you see a need for change. Please take the time to do this, it will be our guide throughout negotiations. (Survey results are confidential and won't be shared with your employer.)

  • Collective Bargaining Overview:

    Union contracts are vital for strengthening our union and enhancing member benefits. They result from our collective negotiations with our employer, reflecting our shared priorities and improving working conditions.

    The bargaining process is collaborative, requiring compromise. While we may not achieve all our goals immediately, we can make meaningful progress over time.

    Key areas of focus during negotiations include:
    1. Wages: Discussion of fair pay, bonuses, and certifications.
    2. Benefits: Medical coverage, retirement plans, and insurance options.
    3. Working Conditions: Work rules, productivity, and resolving workplace issues.
    4. Job Protections: Rights regarding hearings, layoffs, and discipline.
    5. Time Off: Policies for vacations, sick leave, and holidays.

    Participating in collective bargaining not only benefits us but also strengthens our community and educational standards. A solid contract provides legal protections that empower us as advocates.

    To prepare for negotiations, the HSA union board is distributing this contract proposal questionnaire for your input. It's crucial to prioritize the changes that matter most to us. 

  • Contact Information

    In order to keep everyone informed and up to date during contract negotiations we need your contact information!
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Describe your workplace experience:

    Note: All the following questions are optional, you may submit this survey without answering/completing all of the questions.
  • How would you describe your overall level of job satisfaction?
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  • Study/Practice Materials for Exams: completion of examinations is a requirement for employment and department budgets should provide for study materials.

  • Pay and Benefits:

    Please identify the following on your pay and benefits:
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  • Holiday pay/comp days: the existing system is confusing and difficult to use with too many unusable holidays worked. Some programs are inflexible in using the days. Proposed addition: Unused Comp Days should be paid out at 1.5x added to pay checks if they are unused.

  • Workplace Health and Safety:

    Please identify the following on health and safety issues: 
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  • Do you have the resources you need to perform your job well?
  • Are you doing frequent non-clinical tasks related to patient care?
  • Residents are not receiving their schedules with enough notice or detail to plan effectively. This leads to violations of duty hours, as the schedules do not show expected work hours. To improve this, schedules should include the days and hours and be provided at least a month in advance.
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  • Patients Care and Safety:

    Please identify the following on health and safety issues you face when providing care: 
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  • Are you aware of the HSA Medical Care Review Committee(MCRC)?
  • Have you ever utilized the MCRC survey?

  • Unified Action:

    To create positive changes and make progress, we must stay united and committed. We will take part in various activities before and during the bargaining process. These include demonstrations, informational sessions, and outreach efforts. By showing our support and determination, we can achieve the results we want. Standing together gives us the power to make a lasting impact.
  • As a proud Union Member, I commit to (choose all that apply):

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    If you're serious about securing a strong contract, join the union today. Once you finish this survey, you will be redirected to the HSA enrollment form. Remember, only union members can vote in contract negotiations —By signing up now and working together, we have the power to advocate effectively for the changes we demand.

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