Nurses at UW Medicine push for flexibility, greater safety amid contract negotiations

Published by THE UW DAILY on 5/9/25 (Source)

The Washington State Nurses Association, which represents a portion of nurses from both campuses, is spearheading the bargaining efforts, advocating for continued flexible scheduling and stronger workplace protections.

“The negotiations are fundamental to keeping a healthy workforce of nurses who can maintain that passion for caring for their community,” UWMC Northwest nurse and co-chair of the bargaining unit, Kaitlyn Fochs said.


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