MTRH Urges Nurses To End Strike, Assures Public Of Continued Emergency Services

The Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) management has called on the Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) to end the ongoing strike, assuring the public that emergency services remain operational despite the walkout.

Speaking at a press briefing, MTRH CEO Philip Kirwa stated that some nurses have continued working, allowing the hospital to maintain critical services such as emergency care, maternity, and intensive care.

“The union may be on strike, but most services are still running because we have nurses who did not participate in the strike, others who were recently hired, and some who have stepped in to cover during this period,” said Kirwa.

The nurses’ strike, which began on March 19, has raised concerns about the hospital’s ability to provide essential medical care. To address the situation, the hospital has hired additional staff to fill in for the striking workers.

CEO Kirwa revealed that the hospital obtained a court order declaring the strike illegal and unprotected, urging the striking nurses to reconsider their decision and return to work.

“We went to court and secured orders declaring the strike illegal. We urge KNUN members to rethink their actions and resume their duties,” he said.

The hospital management emphasized that it remains open to dialogue and is willing to engage with the nurses’ union to resolve their concerns through peaceful negotiations.