Whereas it is the intention and purpose of the parties to this Agreement to maintain
harmonious relations and settled conditions of employment between the Employer, the
Employees and the Union, to improve the quality of health care service, to promote the
well being and increased productivity of Employees to the end that patients be well and
efficiently served and to promote an environment where Employees want to work and are valued, accordingly the parties hereto set forth certain terms and conditions of
employment affecting Employees covered by this Agreement.