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Nurse union plans day of action in Rutland, Nov. 14

By James Kent

A day of action is planned to support nurses at Rutland Regional Medical Center (RRMC). The Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 6, which represents the nurses, has stated that it’s in contract negotiations with the hospital nurses ahead of their ongoing negotiations with RRMC. 

The event will be held in front of the State Fair Grounds at 175 South Main St. in Rutland on Thursday, Nov. 14 from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Patrick Daly, the business manager for OPEIU Local 6, said the chapter was excited to draw community support and build solidarity among its members regarding its current negotiations with the hospital. 

“We are still in the process of bargaining with Rutland Regional Medical Center,” Daly said. “We have had nine negotiation sessions so far and will continue to meet. Our intent is to bring back the strongest possible agreement for our members. We have meetings on Nov. 20 and 21 and look to make significant progress towards reaching that agreement.”

Local 6 invites the community to come and show their support on Thursday, Nov. 14.

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