District of Columbia Nurses Association
Department of Behavioral Health

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In 1968, the District of Columbia nurses employed with the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) became unionized under the District of Columbia Nurses Association (DCNA). Our union chapter is abbreviated as DCNA-DBH and is comprised of 4 lines of services, which include Saint Elizabeths Hospital, CPEP, Stabilization Center (35 K Street) and the DBH heaquaters (64 New York Ave).
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The purpose of this enforcement document/form is to notify hospital supervision that you have been given an assignment which in your independent professional judgment is unsafe for your patients. This form will document the situation. Your DCNA Local Chair will use it to facilitate resolution of the problem.
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Nurses are vital to the health of our communities. We value every nurse. Do you need assistance with work related matters? Find out ways to get the help you need.
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Find out ways to show your support for the nursing profession, the patients we care for and the community we serve