PEI Nurses Union
Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE – The Prince Edward Island Nurses Union (PEINU) has been actively engaging with Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in caucus briefings with all political parties, addressing critical healthcare issues and the concerns of nurses across the province. This proactive approach precedes the opening of the PEI Legislative Assembly this week. Over the …
This year’s PEINU Student Bursary Recipients have been selected from more than 80 applications. Twelve (12) recipients have each been awarded $1000 to assist in their post-secondary education. On behalf of PEI Nurses’ Union, congratulations! Student Recipient Member Madeline Dooks Natalie Dooks Vanessa Keefe Tashia Platts-Keefe Ethan Johnston Kyra Johnston Kate MacDonald Beth MacDonald Rochelle …
Health PEI and PEI Nurses’ Union have recently signed a new MOA. Please find the full details attached.
Dear PEI Nurses Union Members, In acknowledgement of the immense challenges you have faced while holding together a healthcare system that has been deteriorating, we want to share with you a new symbol that not only reflects these struggles but also carries a powerful message of hope moving forward – the Duct Tape Ribbon. As …
PDF Copy: PEINU January 20 2023 Open Letter to the Public RE PCH Critical and Acute Care Services Emergency January 20, 2024 To the public and all of our partners in healthcare across the Island: On behalf of the PEI Nurses’ Union, I am writing to you today to express our unequivocal support and agreement …
January 17, 2024 Statement from Barbara Brookins: Prince Edward Island Nurses’ Union Advocates for Wider Inclusion of Nurse Practitioners in PEI Healthcare System Charlottetown, PE — In the ongoing dialogue surrounding healthcare challenges on Prince Edward Island, the Prince Edward Island Nurses’ Union, representing Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in the province, wishes to further emphasize the …
Dear PEINU Members, As per the stipulations outlined in our Constitution and Bylaws, please be informed that the next PEINU Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled to take place on April 30, 2024, at Credit Union Place in Summerside. This AGM provides an opportunity for you to actively engage in the decision-making process. As an …
PDF Copy: PEINU Public Statement – Response to Comments from Minister of Health and Wellness (11-22-2023) Public Statement by Barbara Brookins, President of the PEI Nurses’ Union November 22, 2023 In response to the discussions held in the PEI Legislative Assembly on November 21, 2023, regarding the Nursing Recruitment Incentive Program, and additional comments made …
The PEINU is pleased to announce the results of the election we recently conducted for the position of Vice President – Acute Care is……… Amanda MacDougall! Special thanks to Zellah Johnston for putting her name forward. Amanda joins Kim Jay, Vice President – Long Term Care, and Nicholas VanKampen, Vice President – Community Care as …
Today is election day and voting for Vice President – Acute Care is now open. Access your ballot here: https://younified.ca/voting or from https://peinu.com/ and logging into Member Login – select SERVICE – select VOTING. Election and Candidate Information Start Time: Tuesday October 31st, 2023, @ 12:00PM Atlantic. End Time: Wednesday November 1st, 2023, @ 12:00PM Atlantic. …