At 1199SEIU Florida, we represent more than 25,000 healthcare workers, from nurses to clerical employees and everyone in between working in the hospital and nursing home industry. We work in some of the largest for-profit and academic healthcare institutions in the state and are constantly working to achieve affordable, high quality healthcare for all. Our members have a rich history of striving to transform lives by empowering our communities to stand for justice, dignity and respect for everyone.
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Mar 2, 2018
The courage and leadership of Florida’s Majory Stoneman Douglas High School students in the aftermath of brutal mass killings, have inspired…
Feb 27, 2018
In 1199SEIU, there are likely as many political opinions as there are members. While 1199SEIU’s history reflects a progressive union, the…
Jan 23, 2018
This weekend some 200 demonstrations around the world commemorated the one year anniversary of historic Women’s March on Washington held on…
Sep 15, 2017
Resources to find food, water and other assistance as a result of Hurricane Irma.
Jul 25, 2017
Supporting the Communications Coordinator and Organizing team
• Work with New Organizing staff to quickly and efficiently accommodate their…
Jun 1, 2017
Welcome! Thank you for taking the first step to report an unsafe assignment or unsafe staffing at your facility.
May 16, 2017
Justina Cioffi is an active RN delegate at St. Mary’s Hospital in West Palm Beach, FL. She’s a member of the Union’s contract negotiating…
Mar 30, 2017
Jan Bregman retired last October after 18 years as a monitor tech at HCA-affiliated Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL. Her low-key…
Jan 17, 2017
The healthcare workers of 1199SEIU celebrate the release of freedom fighter Oscar López Rivera after 35 years in prison, and we thank…
Dec 20, 2016
"We thank President Obama for the pardons and clemencies he issued this week and throughout his years in office. The steps taken by the…