Yvette Coffey spoke with NTV News about RNU’s proposal to implement and fund the Provincial Travel Team NL.
This made-in-NL solution strengthens rural and remote care, supports nurses, and keeps public dollars in the public system.
#ExpertCare
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President Coffey visited the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s on March 23, meeting with Branch 3 members alongside provincial leadership. These conversations help strengthen connection and solidarity across the profession. #ExpertCare
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Today we wear pink.
Pink Shirt Day 2026 reminds us that kindness is powerful. Safe, respectful workplaces protect nurses and strengthen patient care.
Let’s lead with kindness, professionalism, and inclusion.
#PinkShirtDay #KindnessMatters #ExpertCare
Professional practice works.
Documentation led to:
• Increased staffing
• Added support roles
• Improved security
Change takes time — but it starts with a form.
🎧 Episode 8: buff.ly/fwDVPyK
#ExpertCare #ProfessionalPractice #RNU
Professional practice forms protect your licence.
When care is impacted by factors outside your control, documentation shows you identified and escalated the concern.
That record matters.
🎧 Episode 8: buff.ly/fwDVPyK
#ExpertCare #ProfessionalPractice #RNU
RNU President Yvette Coffey will be on NTV News at 6 p.m. discussing our proposal for a Provincial Travel Team — a publicly employed, unionized strategy to stabilize staffing and reduce reliance on private agencies.
Watch tonight at 6. #ExpertCare
No professional practice forms?
That tells management there’s no problem.
Silence can be interpreted as “everything is fine.”
Documentation makes concerns visible — and drives accountability.
🎧 Episode 8: buff.ly/fwDVPyK
#ExpertCare #ProfessionalPractice #RNU
No professional practice forms?
That tells management there’s no problem.
Silence can be interpreted as “everything is fine.”
Documentation makes concerns visible — and drives accountability.
🎧 Episode 8: buff.ly/fwDVPyK
#ExpertCare #ProfessionalPractice #RNU
VP Kim Parsons, RN, is in Ottawa for the 2026 Parliament Hill Lobby for Public Health Care.
She met with The Hon. Elizabeth Marshall, The Hon. Mohamed-Iqbal Ravalia, and MP Paul Connors. All agreed frontline workers have the answers to fix our system.
#ExpertCare
Suspending Memorial University’s accelerated nursing program raises serious concerns during an ongoing nursing shortage.
A strong nursing workforce starts with education, flexibility, and long-term planning.
🔗 Read the full release: tinyurl.com/45e7jtcv
#ExpertCare
#FutureOfNursing
#TrainNurses
Why take part in the Annual Membership Survey?
Because member feedback helps guide RNU’s priorities, advocacy, and communications — and strengthens our work on your behalf.
Every response matters.
👉 Learn more: buff.ly/2DBVQUC
#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether #RNU
RNU’s Annual Membership Survey is now open to members.
Your feedback helps shape priorities, advocacy, and communications.
🕒 15–20 min | 📅 Closes Feb 14, 2026
👉 Learn more at myRNU
#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether #RNU #Advocay
Strong communication matters.
Real progress depends on listening to those with solutions — especially frontline healthcare workers.
To move public healthcare forward, we must learn from past failures and ensure NLHS has the leadership and conditions it needs to succeed.
#RNU #ExpertCare
Branch 11 President Julia Young recently welcomed a new group of Internationally Educated Nurses at a member orientation session.
These sessions help ensure new members feel informed, connected, and supported.
#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether
Last Saturday, we were at the rink celebrating Nurses Appreciation Night.
Thank you to the Newfoundland Regiment and
belairdirect for hosting and recognizing nurses.
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#NLRegiment
#NursesAppreciationNight
#ExpertCare
This Christmas Eve, all the RNU wants for Christmas is your proposals.
Your ideas help shape our priorities at the bargaining table and strengthen our collective voice.
If you haven’t submitted yours yet, there’s still time.
If you have not what are you waiting for?🎄
#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether
Eastern Rural President’s Tour, RNUNL President Yvette Coffey, Secretary-Treasurer Tony Moores, and Executive Director David Hammond were on the road Monday alongside Region 8 Board Representative Corinne Fitzgibbons.
#RNUinAction #ExpertCare #PresidentsTour
Yesterday (Sunday, December 7), RNU President Yvette Coffey continued the President’s Tour in New-Wes Valley and Glovertown, hearing directly from nurses about issues impacting their practice.
Thank you to all who shared their insights and advocacy.
#Advocate #ExpertCare
Happy Birthday to the Registered Nurses’ Union NL!
Since 5 December 1974, we’ve protected our profession and fought to improve the livelihoods of our members.
Here’s to the work ahead — together.
#StrongerTogether
#ExpertCare
#NursesRock
Today we recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
The 2025 theme — Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress — reflects the work needed for equitable, accessible care. Nurses continue to champion inclusion.
#ExpertCare #IDPD2025
Get your tickets for Nurses Appreciation Night!
The Newfoundland Regiment is hosting a Nurses Appreciation Night, presented by Belairdirect, on Saturday, January 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are now available here:
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#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether
Visit our Collective Bargaining Page in myRNU to read our latest updated analysis of your proposals!
Please continue to submit your proposals we want to hear from you!
#StrongerTogether #ExpertCare #CollectiveBargaining #YourContractYourVoice
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We’re hiring a Labour Relations Officer to support 5,800 RNs & NPs across NL.
Help us advocate for fairness, collaboration & better workplaces.
📍 St. John’s, NL
🔗 Apply: buff.ly/WnNMi8E
#RNU #ExpertCare #UnionJobs
We’re excited to welcome Jay Neville as RNU’s new Director of Labour Relations!
Jay brings over 20 years of legal experience in labour and employment law.
Learn more about his background: buff.ly/zWP8tbJ
#RNU #ExpertCare
We’re proud to support the Kids Eat Smart Foundation! 🍎
Good nutrition fuels learning and health for kids across NL.
Donate today to help keep breakfast programs running strong: www.kidseatsmart.ca/donate-now/
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“Every worker deserves a safe workplace — physically and psychologically.”
RNU President Yvette Coffey talks about the rise in injuries
Listen:
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#ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut #ExpertCare #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceSafety #RNU
