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To: Nurse Community, Families, Community organizations, Patients Stakeholders, Government Officials
Preserving Patient Care: Securing Job Stability for District Government Nurses
Dr. Bazron, the Director of the Department of Behavioral Health, has notified labor partners that the 2025 budget for the Department of Behavioral Health is contemplating a reduction in force. Nurse staffing is stretched as it is and already compromises patient care. Any cut to bedside nurses will further exacerbate an already unsafe environment. We demand a recession of any decision to lay off the Department of Behavioral Health nurses!
Why is this important?
Any further reduction in bedside nurses would compromise patient care and exacerbate an already unsafe environment. It's not just about the numbers and budget cuts; it's about the impact on patient care, the safety of patients, and the dedicated nurses. The nurse staffing is already stretched thin, and any further staff reduction will only worsen things. I've seen firsthand how hard the nurses work and how much they care for their patients, and it breaks my heart to think about the added strain this will put on them and the potential impact on patient safety. We can't sit by and say nothing when I know patient care is at risk. I believe that investing in the retention and support of the nursing staff is crucial for maintaining the quality of care, and I hope we can find a way to address budget concerns without sacrificing the well-being of the patients and the staff.