Preamble
Whereas: It is common practice for new graduates from Registered Nurse programs to be forced into casual hours, then part-time, and finally full-time employment at the mercy of their health region’s hiring staff;
Whereas: It is common practice for hospital wards and long-term care homes (particularly private ones) to be short-staffed;
Whereas; It is common practice for small groups to “trade shifts” to maximize overtime hours, burning out while putting strain on the operating budget;
Whereas: These practices are unsustainable, they’re harmful to all stakeholders involved (patients, staff, graduates) and they need to be resolved immediately because many Saskatchewan residents are in or entering their retirement age;
Whereas: Many PSWs in Long Term Care work at 2 or more facilities, which can contribute to the spread of infectious diseases between facilities.
Direction
Be It Resolved That: A SPP government will guarantee full-time employment for all graduates of Registered Nurse programs in the province.
Be It Further Resolved That: A SPP government will guarantee full-time employment for all graduates of Licensed Practicing Nurse programs in the province;
Be It Further Resolved That: A SPP government will guarantee full-time employment for all graduates of Health Care Aide programs in the province.