List date(s) this work was published or aired.
May 3, 2011 (online; adapted version for year in review print issue appeared Dec. 2011)
Provide a brief synopsis of the story or stories, including any significant findings.
Nursing strikes happened frequently in 2011. Story looks at why they were happening and what costs – financial and otherwise – they have for the hospitals where they happen.
Explain types of documents, data or Internet resources used. Were FOI or public records act requests required? How did this affect the work?
Researched news stories about nursing strikes happening nationwide and other strikes (such as Verizon strike) and related labor issues then in the news. Also read some materials about labor history/strikes.
Explain types of human sources used.
Interviewed members of labor unions, hospital officials and labor historian.
Results:
Story became one of the most read employment-related stories of 2011 on www.healthcarefinancenews.com.
Follow-up (if any). Have you run a correction or clarification on the report or has anyone come forward to challenge its accuracy? If so, please explain.
No.
Advice to other journalists planning a similar story or project.
It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with labor history and to read up on the players involved so you have an understanding of specific agendas.