Full scope for Nurse Practitioners improves access to care. When Nurse Practitioners are supported to practise to their full scope, people get the care they need, sooner. Read more: tinyurl.com/2zd2hxe3 #ExpertCare

Today is World Autism Awareness Day. Nurses support inclusive, individualized care for people on the autism spectrum. Respectful healthcare environments help ensure better outcomes for every patient. #WorldAutismAwarenessDay #ExpertCare

Chag Pesach Sameach to those observing. Respecting cultural and religious observances is part of inclusive, patient-centred healthcare. #Pesach #Passover

The Canada Health Act Services Policy comes into effect today, rightly ensuring that medically necessary services are to be covered under provincial/territorial health insurance plans, whether provided by a physician or a nurse practitioner. Read more: nursesunions.ca/cfnu-applaud...

Safe staffing saves. Episode 10 of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out breaks down how staffing impacts care, retention, and costs — and what needs to change in Budget 2026. 🎧 Listen: YouTube: buff.ly/j8W26pO Spotify: buff.ly/qnjRo2T Apple: buff.ly/igFlqiY

It is with great sorrow that members of the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions mark the passing of former politician, activist and global HIV/AIDS advocate Stephen Lewis. Read CFNU's full statement: nursesunions.ca/statement-on...

Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility. In health care, creating welcoming and inclusive environments is essential to ensuring that everyone receives safe, professional care. #TransDayOfVisibility #Inclusion #Respect

Today is National Indigenous Languages Day. Indigenous languages are central to culture and identity. We recognize the ongoing work to revitalize and strengthen these languages. #IndigenousLanguages

A new CFNU report outlines the economic benefits of Canada’s public health care system, including growth, jobs, investment, innovation and equality. Read the full report, authored by economist Jim Stanford: nursesunions.ca/new-report-o...

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 tinyurl.com/mpsjhxs6

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

This Indigenous Nurses Day, join CFNU’s live session honouring Indigenous nurse pioneers, reflecting on the past of Indian Hospitals in Canada, and shedding light on how we can all work to uphold indigenous rights and decolonize health care on the path to reconciliation. RSVP: tinyurl.com/mtayrfd4

Every clause delivers value. Every word adds weight. If it can be strengthened, bring it forward. Submit your proposal today!

International humanitarian law clearly establishes that medical personnel and facilities must be protected during armed conflict. Yet attacks on health care workers and medical facilities continue around the world. Take a stand: win.newmode.net/cfnu/protect...

Nurses deserve safe workplaces. Episode 9 of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out discusses preventing workplace violence in health care. 🎥 buff.ly/lvsVcIK 🎧 buff.ly/H32ckCm 🍎 buff.ly/zteqnMn

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Racism impacts health and communities. Respectful, inclusive environments are essential to safe, professional care. #EndRacism #Equity #Inclusion #Respect

Today we recognize Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Awareness to Celebration Day. Honouring identities, cultures, and contributions, while recognizing the need for safe, inclusive, respectful spaces. Respecting identity and lived experience is essential to professional care. #TwoSpirit

Pressure doesn’t pause. We’ve been building momentum for months. Keep it going. Submit your proposal today!

Need support related to workplace violence? NL Health Services’ Provincial Integrated Protection Services can be reached at: 📧 [email protected] Hear more in Episode 9 of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out. 🎥 buff.ly/lvsVcIK 🎧 buff.ly/H32ckCm 🍎 buff.ly/zteqnMn

Today is the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. We stand with Muslim colleagues, patients, and communities. Islamophobia has no place in our workplaces or our health-care system. Respect, inclusion, and dignity must guide how we care for one another. #EndIslamophobia

Violence would not be tolerated in other workplaces — it should not be tolerated in health care either. Hear the conversation in Episode 9 of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out. 🎥 buff.ly/lvsVcIK 🎧 buff.ly/H32ckCm 🍎 buff.ly/zteqnMn

Education strengthens our union. RNU’s 2026 Education Calendar offers a full year of learning opportunities to help Shop Stewards, Branch Executives, and union leaders build the skills needed to represent members effectively. intouch.rnunl.ca/index.php/bu...

If it matters, put it in writing. Every collective bargaining proposal strengthens our position. Submit your proposal today! Visit myRNU for a complete bargaining breakdown.

“Nobody signs up to be assaulted.” Episode 9 of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out examines workplace violence in health care and how we move toward safer workplaces. 🎥 buff.ly/lvsVcIK 🎧 buff.ly/H32ckCm 🍎 buff.ly/zteqnMn

Today, on International Women’s Day, we recognize the leadership, expertise, and impact of women in nursing across Newfoundland and Labrador. Nurses are highly skilled health-care professionals who provide expert care, advocate for their patients, and help shape the future of our health system.

Violence should never be part of nursing. Episode 9 of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out explores workplace violence in health care and what needs to change. 🎥 buff.ly/lvsVcIK 🎧 buff.ly/H32ckCm 🍎 buff.ly/zteqnMn

Today is Employee Appreciation Day, and we’re proud to recognize the dedicated professionals who make up the RNU team. Their expertise and commitment help ensure nurses have strong representation, support, and advocacy. Thank you for the work you do every day. #EmployeeAppreciationDay

The next contract starts now. Your priorities shape the mandate. Submit your proposal today!

The Throne Speech sets direction for healthcare — now Budget 2026 must deliver. If government is serious about ending agency nursing and expanding access to nurse practitioners, it must fund the public alternative. “Speeches set direction. Budgets build systems.” Read more: tinyurl.com/mr37mtjd

Negotiations don’t start at the table. They start with members. Collective bargaining proposals remain open. Build the mandate. Build the pressure. Submit your proposal today!

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

There is one week remaining to submit proposals for the RNU's RFP for an Official Promotional Supplier. The Q&A period has now closed. A Q&A document has been published on the RFP page for reference. The RFP closes Friday, Feb 27. Submit your proposal and review full details here: buff.ly/MxHLCKU

200+ health care workers and public health care advocates came to Ottawa last week for the largest lobby in Canadian Health Coalition history. We held 100 meetings with parliamentarians from every party to push back against privatization and defend public health care. Read the full recap here ⬇️

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

Canada’s nurses stand in solidarity with the people of Cuba. U.S. imperialist pressures are intensifying a humanitarian crisis and straining Cuba’s health system. We call on the Government of Canada to act. Read our statement: nursesunions.ca/canadas-nurs...

Budget 2026 must shift from crisis spending to real healthcare solutions. RNU is calling for a publicly employed Provincial Travel Team, NP-led clinics, fair pay reviews, modern staffing levels, and paid student placements. Public dollars should build our public system. 🔗 tinyurl.com/yyxx7h8j

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

February 15 is National Flag of Canada Day, marking the day the Canadian flag was first raised in 1965. It is a moment to reflect on the values of democracy, inclusion, and shared responsibility that continue to shape our country.

February 14 is Pink Triangle Day—a date on which we acknowledge and celebrate 2SLGBTQI+ people, families, and communities, and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion, dignity, and respect. At RNU, we stand in solidarity against 2SLGBTQI+ oppression in all its forms.

The CFNU extends our sincerest condolences to everyone killed, injured and impacted by the shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC. Read the full statement from CFNU President Linda Silas here: nursesunions.ca/statement-on...

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

Statement from Yvette Coffey, President, Registered Nurses’ Union Newfoundland & Labrador I am deeply saddened and disturbed by the tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia.

“It’s time the federal government acts to safeguard our health system. Nurses and health-care workers point to chronic understaffing and unsafe workloads as the most urgent challenges in health care in our country..."

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

Violence in healthcare is unacceptable. We are hearing about it far too often, from far too many nurses. This cannot be normalized. It must be taken seriously. Nurses deserve safe workplaces. Full stop. #SafeWorkplaces #EndWorkplaceViolence #ViolenceIsNotPartOfTheJob #ZeroTolerance #HealthcareSafety

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

The CFNU condemns the violent repression of protests and strikes that began in Iran this January. CFNU calls for the immediate end to the ongoing crackdown on health care workers and civilians following the January protests. Read the full statement: nursesunions.ca/cfnu-stateme...