On Wednesday, the Ministry of Health and Social Services announced the entry into office of the new CEO
as of May 30, for a term of 4 years.A few years ago, Mr. Pelletier held various management positions in the territory, notably for the hospitals of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts and Maria, before the creation of the CISSS
.” This is excellent news for our region, but more particularly for us, in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts. »
It was unanimous on the part of the employees that he was an excellent person who listened to the issues and realities of the region. The return of Mr. Pelletier as CEO of CISSS de la Gaspésie, which will be based in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, is very good news. We see that with a good eye
launches Mr. Deschênes.
The mayor of Gaspé, Daniel Côté, agrees.
The fact that he already knows the machine, the region and that he already has that sensitivity, I think that’s the prelude to a good relationship
he says.
The MNA for Bonaventure, Sylvain Roy, also welcomes the arrival of Martin Pelletier at the head of the organization.
Mr. Pelletier is someone with a track record that demonstrates his interest in sound management and sound governance. This is good news for those who will have to work with him.
does he think.
Mr. Roy, however, is of the opinion that the new CEO
will have his work cut out when he takes up his post.” It will be a lot of work. »
We agree that there is still a philosophy of governance that has been established within the CISSS which will probably continue for a few months and he will have to reorganize the working environment to ensure that there is a renewal of the climate of trust between the management and the staff, and also, with the population
mentions Mr. Roy.
According to him, Martin Pelletier’s primary hobbyhorse will be to improve the work climate and restore a feeling among all staff that it is important for the proper functioning of the CISSS
.I think the most important thing that will have an impact on the quality of care is to demonstrate that he has a deep respect for the nursing staff of any category, whether technicians or doctors. . People need to feel welcome, respected and valued commensurate with their dedication
he argues.
Let us remember that damning conclusions recently emerged from the report of the Auditor General of Quebec (AG), among other things regarding the management and the climate that reigns within the walls of the CISSS
of the Gaspé.” It was time for something to happen because there were no longer any great means of making the government understand the problem. »
Mr. Roy also hopes that the file on access to health services in the MRC
Avignon will know how to find a denouement.Unions support appointment
The unions of health workers in Gaspésie are also delighted with the appointment of Martin Pelletier.
We are finally happy that the ministry listened to the federation, which asked for someone from the region, who knew the regional realities
affirms the vice-president of the Federation of health and social services affiliated with the CSN for Gaspésie and the Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Kent Denis.
” A wind of renewal can only do good to the CISSS of Gaspésie, at the moment, because the work climate leaves something to be deplored (sic) in certain places. »
According to him, the new CEO
should focus on cleaning up the working climate in order to promote the attraction and retention of personnel.With the labor shortage we are currently experiencing, if the working climate is not up to par, we will lose members once again. Attraction and retention of employees CISSS of Gaspésie is a key issue
he recalls.
The president of the Union of nurses, nursing assistants and respiratory therapists of Eastern Quebec, Pier-Luc Bujold, also agrees that this element should be prioritized.
He adds that the Union is ready to work with the new CEO
.We are ready to roll up our sleeves, work and put a lot of time into rebuilding the CISSS de la Gaspésie and we offer our efforts
launches Mr. Bujold.
Martin Pelletier will succeed the CEO
current, Chantale Duguay, who announced her resignation last January.With information from Jean-François Deschenes and Marguerite Morin
Reference-ici.radio-canada.ca