Common use of COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH Clause in Contracts

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a basis, enroll in the Hospital's Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its and conditions. For part-time nurses are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits will not be included for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. the Association and the Hospital do not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group a grievance may be filed at Step No. of the Grievance Procedurewithin seven (7)calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary rates payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe Notwithstanding the foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a voluntary basis, enroll in the Hospital's ’s Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its and conditions. For part-time nurses who are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's ’s hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe tinge benefits will not be included for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the classification of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties will then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. Where the Association and the Hospital do not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group , a grievance may be filed at Step No. 3 of the Grievance Procedurewithin Procedure within seven (7)calendar calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by a Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the employ of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto Registration to the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later. COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH Note: Where an employee is in a position other than in a registered nursing position with duties and responsibilities which are subject to the Regulated Health Professions Act, he or she shall be treated in a manner consistent with this Article. A nurse is required to present to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate on or before February of each year evidence that her or his Certificate of Registration is in good standing and currently in effect. Such time will be extended for reasons where the College of Nurses of Ontario permits the nurse’s Certificate of Registration to remain in effect. If the nurse’s Certificate of Registration is suspended by the College of Nurses of Ontario for non- payment of the annual fee, the nurse will be placed on non-disciplinary suspension without pay. If the nurse presents evidence that her or his Certificate of Registration has been reinstated, she or he shall be reinstated to her or his position effective upon presenting such evidence. Failure to provide evidence within calendar days of the nurse being placed on non- disciplinary suspension by the hospital will result in the nurse being deemed to be no longer qualified and the nurse shall be from the employ of the Hospital. Such termination shall not be the subject of a grievance or arbitration. Note: Where an employee is in a position other than in a registered nursing position with duties and responsibilities which are subject to the Regulated Health Act, he or she shall be treated in a manner consistent with this Article.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary rates payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe Notwithstanding the foregoing, all part-xxx--time nurses may, on a voluntary basis, enroll in the Hospital's Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its terms and conditions. For part-time nurses who are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe benefits and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits will not be included for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the classification of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties will then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. Where the Association and the Hospital do Hospitaldo not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group a grievance may be filed at Step No. of the Grievance Procedurewithin seven (7)calendar 7) calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by a Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the employ of the Hospital who Hospitalwho holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall Registrationshall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary rates payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe Notwithstanding the foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a voluntary basis, enroll in the Hospital's Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its terms and conditions. For part-time nurses who are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe benefits and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits will not be included for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the classification of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties will then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. Where the Association and the Hospital do not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group a grievance may be filed at Step No. of the Grievance Procedurewithin Procedure within seven (7)calendar 7) calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by a Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the employ of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary rates payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe the foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a voluntary basis, enroll in the Hospital's Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its terms and conditions. For part-time nurses who are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe benefits and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits will not be included for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the classification of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties will then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. Where the Association and the Hospital do not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group a grievance may be filed at Step No. of the Grievance Procedurewithin Procedure within seven (7)calendar 7) calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by a Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the employ of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto Registration to the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later. Note: Where an employee is in a position other than in a registered nursing position with duties and responsibilities which are subject to the Professions he or she shall be treated in a manner consistent with this Article. A nurse is required to present to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate on or before February 15th of each year evidence that her or his Certificate of Registration is in good standing and currently in effect. Such time will be extended for reasons where the College of Nurses of Ontario permits the nurse's Certificate of to remain in effect. If the nurse's of Registration is suspended by the College of Nurses of Ontario for non- payment of the annual fee, the nurse will be placed on suspension without pay. If the nurse presents evidence that her or his of Registration has been reinstated, she or he shall be reinstated to her or his position effective upon presenting such evidence. Failure to provide evidence within calendar days of the nurse being placed on disciplinary suspension by the hospital will result in the nurse being deemed to be no longer and the nurse shall be terminated from the employ of the Hospital. Such termination shall not be the subject of a grievance or arbitration. Note: Where an employee is in a position other than in a registered nursing position with duties and responsibilities which are subject to the Health Act, he or she shall be treated in a manner consistent with this Article.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary payable parties agree to a regular or casual give the Hospital appropriate time to establish the payroll deduction process. Once established the payroll deduction process for part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid through the sponsored program will be communicated to fullthe Association and the part-time nurses except those specifically provided nurses. The Hospital will facilitate access to part-time nurses by available benefit literature and other communications as appropriate. ARTICLE MISCELLANEOUS Copies of this Collective Agreement will be provided to each nurse covered by the Collective Agreement by the Association and sufficient copies will be provided to the Hospital and the local Association, as requested. The cost of printing the Collective Agreement, including the printing of the French Translation, will be shared equally by the Hospital and the local Association. The cost of the French translation will be shared equally by the Association and the Participating Hospitals. Whenever the feminine pronoun is used in this Agreement, it includes the masculine pronoun and vice-versa where the context so requires. Where the singular is used, it may also be deemedto mean plural and vice-versa. It shall be the duty of each nurse to the Hospital promptly of any change in address or any change in temporary residency. If a nurse fails to do this, the Hospital will not be responsible for failure of a notice sent by registered mail to reach such a nurse. A nurse shall notify the Hospital of any change to her or his telephone number. Medical examinations, re-examinations and any tests required under the Public Hospitals Act will be provided by the Hospital in compliance with the Regulations. The nurse may choose her or his personal physician for all such examinations, except the preemployment medical, unless the Hospital has a specific objection to the physician selected. Current provisions in Collective Agreements relating to the provision of x- rays, laboratory work, immunization injections, gamma globulin and other programs shall be continued. Prior to effecting any changes in rules or policies which affect nurses covered by this Agreement, the Hospitalwill discuss the changes with the Association and provide copies to the Association. Influenza Vaccine The parties agree that influenza vaccinations may be beneficial for patients and nurses. Upon a recommendation pertaining to a facility or a specifically designated thereof from the Medical Officer of Health or in COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH compliance with applicable provincial legislation, the following rules will Nurses shall, subject to the following, be required to be vaccinated for influenza. If the full cost of such medication is understood not covered by some other source, the Hospital will pay the full or incremental cost for the vaccine and agreed that holiday will endeavour to offer vaccinations during a nurse’s working hours. in addition, nurses will be provided with information, including risks and side effects, regarding the vaccine. Hospitals recognizethat nurses have the right to refuse any required vaccination. If a nurse refuses to take the vaccine required under this provision, she or he may be placed on an unpaid leave of absence during any influenza outbreak in the hospital until such time as the nurse is cleared to return to work. If a nurse is placed on unpaid leave, she or he can use banked lieu time or vacation credits in order to keep her or his pay whole. If a nurse refuses to take the vaccine because it is included within medically contra- indicated, and where a medical certificate is provided to this effect, she or he will be during the percentage outbreak period, unless reassignment is not possible, in lieu of fringe benefitswhich case the nurse will be paid. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage Article applies in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a basis, enroll in the Hospital's Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its and conditions. For part-time nurses are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu benefits is nine percent (9%)these circumstances. It is understood and further agreed that the part-time nurse's hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits any such reassignment will not be included adversely impact the scheduled hours of other nurses. If a nurse gets sick as a result of the vaccination, and applies for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime paymentsHospital will not oppose the claim. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the UnionNotwithstandingthe above, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. the Association and the Hospital do not resolve may offer the salary grid issue for the paramedical group vaccine on a grievance may voluntary basis to nurses free of charge. This clause shall be filed at Step No. of the Grievance Procedurewithin seven (7)calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved interpreted in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings a manner consistent with the Association or by Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is laterOntario Rights Code.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary rates payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It it is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe Notwithstanding the foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a voluntary basis, enroll in the Hospital's Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its terms and conditions. For part-time nurses who are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe benefits and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits will not be included for includedfor the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the classification of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties will then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. Where the Association and the Hospital do Hospitaldo not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group a grievance may be filed at Step No. of the Grievance Procedurewithin Procedure within seven (7)calendar days following any meeting. If the Ifthe matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by a Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the employ of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall Registrationshall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto Registration to the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH. The hourly salary rates payable to a regular or casual part-time nurse include compensation in lieu of all fringe benefits which are paid to full-time nurses except those specifically provided to part-time nurses in this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that holiday pay is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. It is further understood and agreed that pension is included within the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits. Notwithstandingthe Notwithstanding the foregoing, all part-time nurses may, on a voluntary basis, enroll in the Hospital's ’s Pension Plan when eligible in accordance with its terms and conditions. For part-time nurses who are members of the Pension Plan, the percentage in lieu of fringe benefits is nine percent (9%). It is understood and agreed that the part-time nurse's ’s hourly rate (or straight time hourly rate) in this Agreement does not include the additional or as applicable, which is paid in lieu of fringe benefits and accordingly the or as applicable, add on payment in lieu of fringe benefits will not be included for the purpose of computing any premium or overtime payments. The parties agree to maintain the percentage differentials in the wage rates which presently exist between the classification of Registered Nurse and the other classifications which are covered by the Collective Agreement. The Hospitals agree to provide the Union, by June with all the information surrounding salary grids for the paramedical classifications. The parties will then meet to negotiate a salary grid for these classifications. The central parties agree that any pay equity plan, including any maintenance agreements, with respect to paramedical employees will be provided to the Union. Where the Association and the Hospital do not resolve the salary grid issue for the paramedical group , a grievance may be filed at Step No. 3 of the Grievance Procedurewithin Procedure within seven (7)calendar calendar days following any meeting. If the matter is not resolved in the Grievance Procedure, it may be referred to Arbitration in accordance with Article Any change in the rate established by the Hospital either through meetings with the Association or by a Board of Arbitration shall be made retroactive. A nurse in the employ of the Hospital who holds a Temporary or Provisional Certificate of Registration as a registered nurse and who obtains her or his General Certificate of Registration shall be given the salary of the Registered Nurse as provided in this Article effective the date the nurse presents proof of obtaining her or his General Certificate of Registrationto Registration to the Chief Nursing Officer or her or his designate, or to the date of last hire whichever is later.