REMINDER ABOUT FLU VACCCINATIONS Article 23, Section 1-Miscellaneous (page 47 of your contract) Employee Health Requirements - Following completion of new hire lab/physical requirements, on an annual basis, each employee is required to complete routine testing including PPD/PPD positive reactor form and Influenza consent/declination forms within the timeframe indicated by the Employer. The Employer shall be responsible for its cost when performed or arranged by the Employer. Management has requested that all staff members receive their flu vaccination in October. Additionally, in accordance with NJ State Law, religious exemptions will not be available for health care workers who interact with patients, visitors, or other staff. * Management will be administering vaccinations at the main campus between 10/5 -10/8, both on the Nursing Units as well as in the Infection Prevention Office. * There is a slide presentation prepared by the state and a 5 question competency/sign-off of education completion. * For those who wish to seek a medical exemption, the form will be distributed upon request. For questions or concerns, please contact your Labor Rep: Aisha Harrison (800) 292-0542 x127 [email protected] STAY CONNECTED: