Here are three things to know about the decision.
1. The vote comes as a minority portion of about 280 AFT Connecticut members petitioned the National Labor Relations Board to hold a vote to break away from the union, according to the report. The members have expressed displeasure about not having a contract, and have raised concerns about working conditions and patient care.
2. Matt O’Connor, communications director for AFT Connecticut, touted the members’ decision in the report, saying, “The message was sent that they are more united than ever.”
3. However, Andrea Rynn, spokeswoman for Western Connecticut Health Network, of which Danbury and New Milford are a part, said of the group’s decision, “While we are disappointed with the outcome of the vote, we respect the decision our employees have made,” according to The News-Times. She added, “We understand their concerns regarding the fiscal environment in which we provide care today is rapidly changing with new financial challenges every day. We value all our employees and will continue to give them every consideration possible in order to support a satisfying work environment and exceptional patient care.”
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