NYC Nurses Contract Negotiations and Staffing
The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) reached a tentative agreement with Catholic Health/St. Charles Hospital on July 8, 2026, averting a strike scheduled for July 13. As of July 8, 2026, nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian remain on strike after rejecting a tentative agreement, following a strike that began on January 12, 2026, involving 15,000 nurses. The Catholic Health agreement, ratified on July 10, includes annual base wage increases of 4%, 3%, and 4% over three years, while Montefiore Medical Center is reportedly laying off 12 nurses, which NYSNA claims violates a recent agreement.
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July 2026 — 3 developments
NYSNA Reaches Tentative Agreement with St. Charles Hospital, Averting Strike
The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) reached a tentative agreement with Catholic Health/St. Charles Hospital on July 8, 2026, averting a strike scheduled for July 13. The agreement, ratified on July 10, includes improved safe staffing standards, new workplace violence protections, and annual base wage increases of 4%, 3%, and 4% over a three-year contract.
NewYork-Presbyterian Nurses Reject Deal, Continue Strike as Other Hospitals Reach Agreements
Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian have rejected a tentative agreement and remain on strike as of July 3, 2026. This follows tentative deals reached with Mount Sinai and Montefiore, which could allow nearly 11,000 nurses to return to work. The strike, involving 15,000 nurses advocating for safe staffing ratios, began on January 12, 2026.
Montefiore Nurses Laid Off, Allegedly Replaced by AI, Sparking Grievance
Montefiore Medical Center is reportedly laying off 12 nurses, with union representatives claiming they are being replaced by artificial intelligence software. The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) has filed a grievance, stating this move violates a recent agreement that ended a 41-day strike in February. Montefiore leadership has denied these claims, stating they are investing in new technology for patient care.
June 2026 — 1 developments
NYC Nurses Issue New Strike Notice for July 13 Amid Contract Talks
Nurses at St. Charles Hospital have issued a strike notice for July 13, 2026, if contract negotiations for safe staffing and wages are unsuccessful. This action involves approximately 1,000 Catholic Health nurses across three hospitals.
April 2026 — 3 developments
New York City Nurses Return to Work After Strike, Strike Concludes
Nurses in New York City have returned to work following the conclusion of a strike, as noted in the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's April 2026 Beige Book.
Governor Hochul Declares Emergency to Avert NYC Nurses' Strike
Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency on April 13, 2026, to avert a potential strike by thousands of New York City nurses scheduled for April 15, 2026. Contract negotiations between the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) and major hospital systems remained at an impasse, with a deadline for agreement set for April 14th. This follows a major nurses' strike in February 2026 that lasted 41 days.
NewYork-Presbyterian Nurses Reach Tentative Agreement, Ending Six-Week Strike
NewYork-Presbyterian nurses reached a tentative agreement around February 19, 2026, ending a six-week strike. The agreement includes gains in allocating new positions and strong staffing enforcement language to protect nurses and patients.
February 2026 — 14 developments
New York-Presbyterian Nurses Ratify New Contract, Ending 41-Day Strike
New York-Presbyterian nurses have overwhelmingly voted to ratify a new three-year contract, officially ending the 41-day strike. The agreement includes salary increases of over 12%, enhanced protections against workplace violence, improved safe staffing standards, and safeguards against AI. Approximately 4,000 striking nurses are expected to return to work this week, concluding the largest nurse strike in New York City history.
NewYork-Presbyterian Nurses Return to Bargaining Sessions After Mediator Call
Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital are set to return to bargaining sessions on February 19, 2026, after mediators called them back. The strike, now in its sixth week, continues with safe staffing remaining the primary issue. This marks a renewed effort to reach an agreement after previous negotiations stalled.
Arbitrator awards NewYork-Presbyterian nurses nearly $400,000 for staffing violations
Nurses at Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospital systems returned to work on February 15, 2026, concluding a month-long strike after ratifying new contracts. However, the strike continues at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. On February 17, 2026, an arbitrator awarded nearly $400,000 to NewYork-Presbyterian nurses due to over 600 violations of safe staffing provisions in a pediatric intensive care unit.
Arbitrator awards $399,829 to NewYork-Presbyterian nurses for understaffing
Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian continue their strike, now in its sixth week, demanding the hospital address safe staffing issues. An arbitrator has ruled in favor of striking nurses, awarding $399,829 to nurses in the pediatric cardiac intensive care unit for understaffing. This ruling highlights ongoing labor disputes and the nurses' fight for improved working conditions.
Montefiore and Mount Sinai nurses ratify contracts, ending strike; NewYork-Presbyterian strike continues
Nurses at Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospital systems have ratified new three-year contracts, effectively ending their strike. However, the strike is set to continue at NewYork-Presbyterian as union members failed to ratify a tentative agreement. The approved contracts include salary increases and maintained health benefits.
NewYork-Presbyterian nurses fail to ratify tentative agreement, strike may continue
Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian have reached a tentative agreement, potentially ending the strike at the last hospital system. However, one report indicates that union members failed to ratify a tentative agreement at NewYork-Presbyterian, suggesting the strike may continue there. This follows tentative deals reached with Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospital systems.
Montefiore and Mount Sinai reach tentative agreements with striking nurses
Tentative agreements have been reached with Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospital systems, potentially ending the nearly month-long strike for approximately 10,500 nurses. Nurses are expected to vote on ratification this week, with a possible return to work on Saturday, February 15th. The strike continues at a third hospital system.
Striking NYC Nurses and Hospitals Reach Agreement on Health Care Benefits
Striking New York City nurses and hospital representatives have reached an agreement on health care benefits. Negotiations are scheduled to resume with the assistance of a mediator. This agreement covers nearly 15,000 nurses across three major hospital networks, although the strike is not yet officially over.
NYC Nurses Continue Strike, Demand Fair Contracts and Safe Staffing on Day 26
On Day 26 of the New York City nurses strike, nurses, joined by labor allies and elected officials, continued to advocate for fair contracts. Key demands include safe staffing standards and protections from workplace violence, which remain significant points of contention in ongoing negotiations.
NYSNA reaches tentative AI and hospital agreements, but strike continues
Tentative agreements have been reached on artificial intelligence protections and some individual hospital issues as the New York City nurses strike enters its fourth week. However, the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) states these agreements are not sufficient to end the work stoppage.
NAACP and NYS AFL-CIO join striking NYSNA nurses at Mount Sinai Hospital
On February 5, allies from the NAACP and New York State AFL-CIO joined striking NYSNA nurses on the picket line at Mount Sinai Hospital. Nurses also took direct action at the League of Voluntary Hospitals and Homes as the strike entered its 25th day.
Thirteen nurses arrested for blocking Midtown Manhattan building entrance during strike
Thirteen nurses were arrested on February 5, 2026, for blocking a building entrance in Midtown Manhattan during a "day of action" on the 25th day of the nurses' strike. The arrests occurred after the nurses refused to move from a private area, defying police requests.
Striking NYC Nurses March to Governor Hochul's Office to Protest Executive Order and Labor Dispute
On February 3, 2026, hundreds of striking New York City nurses marched to Governor Kathy Hochul's office. They protested an executive order that allows travel nurses to work in the city and criticized the governor for not doing more to resolve the ongoing labor dispute. The strike has now entered its fourth week.
NYSNA Nurses Demand Unpaid Healthcare and Pension Benefits from Brooklyn Hospital Center
NYSNA nurses at The Brooklyn Hospital Center are demanding that the hospital pay their healthcare and pension benefits, which have been unpaid for three months. This has resulted in nurses losing health coverage, despite a prior agreement to maintain these benefits.
January 2026 — 17 developments
NYSNA Nurses Present Revised Proposals for Staffing, Benefits, Safety, and Wages
On January 31, NYSNA nurses from Montefiore, Mount Sinai, and NewYork-Presbyterian presented revised proposals to improve safe staffing levels, protect health benefits, prevent workplace violence, and increase wages. This action occurred 20 days into their strike, emphasizing their commitment to patient and nurse safety.
NYSNA Members Demand ICE Out of Hospitals, Joined by Congress Members at Mount Sinai
On January 29, NYSNA members held a day of action demanding ICE out of hospitals, with Congress Members joining nurses on the strike line at Mount Sinai Hospital. Nurses continue to advocate for patient and nurse safety, safe staffing, and protection from workplace violence.
NewYork-Presbyterian confirms hospitals open, strike affects select facilities
NewYork-Presbyterian released an official update confirming that all its hospitals and emergency departments remain open and are accepting patients, and specified that the strike involves select facilities including Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
City Council Labor Chair Shirley Aldebol joined nurses at Montefiore Hospital strike
City Council Labor Chair Shirley Aldebol joined nurses at Montefiore Hospital on January 28 as the strike entered its third week.
NewYork-Presbyterian and striking nurses reach tentative agreement on non-economic matters
NewYork-Presbyterian and striking nurses have made incremental progress in contract talks, reaching a tentative agreement on non-economic matters.
Nurses and Management Return to Bargaining Table Amid Ongoing Strike and Hospital Challenges
Nurses and management are returning to the bargaining table as the strike continues, while hospitals are reportedly relying on travel nurses and experiencing increased wait times and challenges due to the ongoing strike.
Striking Nurses Hold Online Meeting as Negotiations Continue Into Third Week
The strike continued into its third week, with an online meeting held to support the 15,000 striking nurses, as negotiations remained ongoing without a resolution.
Hospitals failed to provide straightforward counter-proposals on salaries, talks failed
Talks failed because hospitals did not provide straightforward counter-proposals on salaries that would not compromise health benefits or safety improvements.
Striking Nurses, NYC Hospitals Reach Agreement on Health Care Benefits
Striking nurses and New York City hospitals have reached an agreement to maintain health care benefits, clearing a major hurdle in ongoing negotiations. This agreement involves Mount Sinai and NewYork-Presbyterian.
NYSNA resumes contract negotiations with hospitals after Hochul and Mamdani urging
Following urging from Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani, contract negotiations resumed between NYSNA and the three private hospital systems, with nurses committing to daily bargaining.
Sanders and Mamdani Join Picket Lines to Support Striking Nurses
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined the picket lines to express support for the striking nurses.
Hospitals spend over $100 million on temporary nurses as strike enters fifth day
The strike entered its fifth day, with hospitals reportedly spending over $100 million on temporary nurses to maintain patient care.
Mount Sinai fires three labor and delivery nurses before strike
Three Mount Sinai labor and delivery nurses were reportedly fired the day before the strike began, with the union alleging aggressive union-busting tactics by the hospital.
15,000 Nurses Strike at Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospitals
Approximately 15,000 nurses from Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian hospitals began striking, demanding better pay, increased staffing, fully funded benefits, and improved protections against workplace violence.
New York City nurses prepare for historic strike after negotiations fail
As negotiations failed to reach a deal by midnight, thousands of nurses prepared to begin what was anticipated to be the largest nurse strike in New York City's history the following day.
Governor Hochul declares healthcare staffing emergency, allows out-of-state clinicians
Governor Kathy Hochul issued Executive Order No. 56, declaring a state disaster emergency in several counties due to healthcare staffing shortages, allowing out-of-state clinicians to work.
NYSNA Nurses Issue 10-Day Strike Notices to 12 Private Hospitals
NYSNA nurses delivered 10-day strike notices to 12 private sector hospitals, including Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential walkout if demands for safe staffing and healthcare benefits were not met.
December 2025 — 1 developments
Nurses' contracts expire at Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian hospitals
Contracts for nurses at Mount Sinai, Montefiore Medical Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian hospitals expired without new agreements.
January 2024 — 1 developments
Mount Sinai Hospital fined $4.7 million for violating nurse staffing ratios
Independent arbitrators found Mount Sinai Hospital in violation of staffing ratios agreed upon in the 2023 contract, awarding nurses approximately $4.7 million in financial penalties across nine separate rulings.
January 2023 — 1 developments
Nurses at Mount Sinai and Montefiore Strike Over Understaffing, Secure New Contract
Nurses at Mount Sinai Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center went on a three-day strike to protest understaffing, eventually negotiating a contract with enforceable staffing ratios.