Dear Member,

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) have advised the HSU about a proposed Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU) at Maitland Hospital.

The proposed installation follows on from the JHH temporary relocation of in-patients to Maitland Hospital.

The proposed ESSU would improve patient experience and decrease unplanned representations to the ED, according to HNELHD and would lead to an additional 28 hours per week assigned to the wardsperson roles to support the relocation and introduction of ESSU.

You can view the correspondence at the below links:

• Letter to HSU

What do you think? 

It’s important for union members to lead this discussion. How will this affect you?

Please send your feedback on this proposal to [E-Mail not displayed] by Thursday, 25 April, using the subject line Proposed Emergency Short Stay Unit at Maitland Hospital.

Your union at work

Everyone affected by these changes needs to be a union member. Members deserve to have control over their working lives. Tell your colleagues now is the time to join.

New members can join at www.hsu.asn.au/join or call 1300 478 679.