The District of Columbia Nurses Association (DCNA) has filed unfair labor practices charges with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), accusing The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) of committing numerous violations of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). The NLRA protects the right of employees to engage in organizing activities for the purpose of forming a union, and prohibits managers from spying on or retaliating against employees suspected of engaging in union activity. As previously reported, within hours of the union petition being filed last week, GWUH suspended RN Angelo Estrellas, claiming that he was involved in the union organizing campaign. DCNA also alleges that GWUH leadership disclosed to staff that it is taking additional measures in an effort to identify union organizers and thwart organizing efforts. Despite continued intimidation and threats of retaliation by hospital management, DCNA says “the nurses remain committed to their efforts,” noting that this type of behavior further demonstrates their need for union representation. CLICK HERE to sign the petition.
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