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Representing over 5,800 registered nurses and nurse practitioners, the RNUNL advocates for quality healthcare and the advancement of the nursing profession.
Today on our podcast Yvette Coffey, President of RNU is joined by Jessica Peddle, Nurse Practitioner and President of the Nurse Practitioner Association of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Listen or watch on the links below!
📺 YouTube: buff.ly/Y4BDPNB
🎧 Spotify: buff.ly/tRFZOiE
🎧 Apple: buff.ly/i7YOXqS
November 12, 2025 at 11:30 AM
From the Boer War through WWI & WWII to Korea, Afghanistan & beyond — NL nurses have always answered the call, standing with soldiers on the front lines.

As we honour those who gave their lives, we also remember those who cared for them. 🌺

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #WeRemember
November 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last week, RNU President Yvette Coffey, RN, met with Lela Evans, Minister of Health and Community Services, and Premier Tony Wakeham to sign a proclamation officially recognizing Nurse Practitioner Week, November 9–15.

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week!
November 10, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Happy Nurse Practitioner Week!

November 9-15 is Nurse Practitioner week. Each year we celebrate Nurse Practitioners and the valuable role they play in our Health Care system.

There is an NP for that!
November 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Today, we honour the Indigenous veterans who demonstrated extraordinary courage, commitment, and sacrifice.

Their contributions and bravery have often gone unrecognized, yet their legacy continues to inspire.

We remember and give thanks to the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis veterans.
November 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM
We’re hiring a Labour Relations Officer to support 5,800 RNs & NPs across NL.
Help us advocate for fairness, collaboration & better workplaces.

📍 St. John’s, NL
🔗 Apply: buff.ly/WnNMi8E

#RNU #ExpertCare #UnionJobs
November 7, 2025 at 11:30 AM
We’re excited to welcome Jay Neville as RNU’s new Director of Labour Relations!

Jay brings over 20 years of legal experience in labour and employment law.

Learn more about his background: buff.ly/zWP8tbJ

#RNU #ExpertCare
November 6, 2025 at 11:30 AM
We’re proud to support the Kids Eat Smart Foundation! 🍎

Good nutrition fuels learning and health for kids across NL.

Donate today to help keep breakfast programs running strong: www.kidseatsmart.ca/donate-now/

#ExpertCare #KidsEatSmart
November 5, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Atlantic Nursing Leaders Urge Governments to Back Sustainable, Public Solutions for Healthcare

Read more at the link
tinyurl.com/4n9ee8r5
November 5, 2025 at 3:36 PM
If it’s not submitted, it can’t be negotiated.

Every idea counts — from pay to staffing to benefits.

Visit myRNU to see current member priorities and learn how to take part.

Watch your inbox for updates!

#YourContractYourVoice #CollectiveBargaining
November 5, 2025 at 12:15 PM
“Every worker deserves a safe workplace — physically and psychologically.”

RNU President Yvette Coffey talks about the rise in injuries

Listen:
YouTube buff.ly/UJD5xVQ
Spotify buff.ly/wmJNxM7
Apple buff.ly/TcNF4YT

#ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut #ExpertCare #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceSafety #RNU
November 1, 2025 at 12:02 PM
RNU President Yvette Coffey joins Dan Williams to talk about workplace safety, violence in health care, and the call for an independent Health Sector Safety Council.

YouTube buff.ly/UJD5xVQ
Spotify buff.ly/wmJNxM7
Apple buff.ly/TcNF4YT

#ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut #ExpertCare #WorkplaceSafety #RNU
October 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
RNU congratulates Tony Wakeham on being sworn in as NL’s 16th Premier.

We look forward to working with him and Minister Lela Evans to deliver real solutions that strengthen nursing and rebuild public healthcare.

🔗 tinyurl.com/ms2f3cyc

#ExpertCare #NLPoli
October 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
“Every second day, a Registered Nurse files a workplace injury claim.”
- Yvette Coffey

YouTube: buff.ly/UJD5xVQ
Spotify: buff.ly/wmJNxM7
Apple: buff.ly/TcNF4YT

#ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut #ExpertCare #Nursing #Retention #WorkplaceSafety
October 29, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Help us celebrate the NPs making a difference across Newfoundland & Labrador!

🎥 Share your short video for #NPWeekNL!

rnunl.ca/rnunl-invite...

#TheresanNPforThat #ExpertCare #RNUNL
October 28, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Hundreds of nurses have already submitted their ideas — and the conversation is growing.

We’re hearing you!

See the full list of priorities on myRNU and add your voice today.

#YourContractYourVoice #RNUleadsTheWay
October 28, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Collective bargaining begins with you.

Every idea helps shape our next agreement.

Visit myRNU to learn how to submit your proposal and stay informed through our Collective Bargaining microsite.

#YourContractYourVoice #RNUleadsTheWay
October 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM
“Our front line nurses are the experts. Why does it take union leadership being in the room to get action?” — Yvette Coffey

🎧 Hear more in the full episode:

Spotify → buff.ly/lvPwsbD
Apple Podcasts → buff.ly/TcNF4YT
YouTube → buff.ly/5CPzoIJ

#ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut #ExpertCare #RNU
October 19, 2025 at 11:01 AM
New episode of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out out now 🎙️
RNU President Yvette Coffey on safety, staffing, and why nurses are saying “enough is enough.”
🎧 Spotify: buff.ly/lvPwsbD

🍎 Apple: buff.ly/TcNF4YT

🎥 YouTube: buff.ly/HNF2nH3

#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether
October 18, 2025 at 9:02 AM
New episode of Scrubbed In and Speaking Out out now 🎙️
RNU President Yvette Coffey on safety, staffing, and why nurses are saying “enough is enough.”
🎧 Spotify: buff.ly/lvPwsbD

🍎 Apple: buff.ly/TcNF4YT

🎥 YouTube: buff.ly/HNF2nH3

#ExpertCare #StrongerTogether
October 17, 2025 at 9:30 AM
RNU congratulates Premier-designate Tony Wakeham and the PC Party on their election victory.

President Yvette Coffey says RNU looks forward to working with the new government to turn commitments into action.

🔗 tinyurl.com/mreufxy3

#ExpertCare #Advocate
October 15, 2025 at 1:58 PM
🗳️ It’s Election Day in Newfoundland & Labrador!

Your voice matters — make it count. Visit Elections NL to find your polling station, and visit rnunl.ca to see where the parties stand on issues that matter to nurses and health care.

#NLVotes #ExpertCare
October 14, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Scrubbed In and Speaking Out: Election Series is here.

RNU President Yvette Coffey sits down with Tony Wakeham, Jim Dinn, and Krista Lynn Howell for candid conversations about the future of nursing and the public health care system.

🎧 rnunl.ca/advocacy/election-2025

#ScrubbedInAndSpeakingOut
October 10, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Thousands don’t have access to primary care.

A permanent NP funding model would allow NPs to set up clinics where they’re needed most.

buff.ly/Gi6ggIM

#NPsLead
October 10, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Patients are talking about the difference Nurse Practitioners make—care that’s timely, thorough, and holistic. This is the kind of care our public healthcare system needs right now.

Hear directly from patients in our latest blog: buff.ly/s9tUpYJ
October 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM