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At 1199SEIU Florida, we represent more than 25,000 healthcare employees —from nurses to clerical employees — 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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Apr 5, 2023
There has been a purple wave of 1199SEIU healthcare workers converging at the Florida State Capitol building during the 2023 legislative…
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Mar 21, 2023
MIAMI – Caregivers and leaders with 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East met with officials with the U.S. Department of Health and Human…
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Mar 2, 2023
MIAMI – Members of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East – the largest union of healthcare workers in Florida – have launched bargaining…
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Feb 22, 2023
It’s election season. There are numerous municipal seats up for grabs in communities across the state of Florida. Municipal elections are…
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Nov 3, 2022
There are many critical issues that could affect working families depending on the outcome of the midterm elections - from voting rights to…