Saskatoon, SK – The Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) has reported that hospitals in the province are facing an unprecedented level of overcapacity. According to the union, this is the worst situation they have ever seen.
In a statement released on Monday, SUN President Tracy Zambory expressed her concern over the current state of hospitals in Saskatchewan. She stated that nurses are working tirelessly to provide care to patients, but the overcapacity issue is putting a strain on the healthcare system.
Zambory also highlighted the impact of overcapacity on patient care, stating that it can lead to longer wait times, delayed surgeries, and increased risk of infection. She emphasized that this is not only a problem for patients, but also for the nurses who are struggling to provide quality care under these conditions.
The union has called on the provincial government to take immediate action to address the overcapacity issue. They have suggested measures such as increasing the number of available beds, hiring more nurses, and improving discharge planning to free up space in hospitals.
In response to SUN’s statement, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) acknowledged the overcapacity issue and stated that they are working to address it. They have implemented measures such as opening additional surge beds and hiring more staff to help alleviate the strain on hospitals.
However, the SHA also noted that the current surge in COVID-19 cases has contributed to the overcapacity issue. They urged the public to follow public health guidelines to help reduce the spread of the virus and ease the burden on hospitals.
The overcapacity issue in Saskatchewan’s hospitals is a serious concern that requires immediate attention. The SUN and SHA are both working towards finding solutions to this problem, but it is clear that more needs to be done to ensure the well-being of patients and healthcare workers.
