Florida

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.

2026 Post-election Day Perspective From 1199SEIU Florida Political Director Coy Jones

Nov 4, 2026

“This election season was an opportunity for us to see how far candidates who focus on the issues that matter most to working people could…

Statement On 2026 Florida Election Results From 1199SEIU Florida Acting Executive Vice President DeQuasia Canales

Nov 4, 2026

The members of 1199SEIU Florida are disappointed in the election results for our state's U.S. Senator and Governor, but we're determined to…

UHealth Nurse Wins Back Job After Being Caught In Trump’s TPS ‘Nightmare’

Oct 30, 2026

A talented nurse and 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East member at UHealth Tower in Miami has her job back after being caught in the…

1199SEIU Labor Management Committee Members Earn “Everyday” Win At HCA Florida Trinity Hospital

Oct 30, 2026

Members of the 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East Labor-Management Committee (LMC) at HCA Florida Trinity Hospital in the Tampa Bay…

New Member Political Organizers Inspired To Join Fight For Working Families As Floridians Facing Affordability Crisis, Other Critical Challenges

Oct 30, 2026

Member Political Organizers (MPOs) for 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East have long played an important role in mobilizing union…

Union Nursing Home Workers In Coral Gables Win Wage Reopener For Increased Pay, Bonuses

Oct 30, 2026

Members of 1199SEIU Florida recently won a wage reopener at Coral Gables Nursing and Rehabilitation Center that secured significant pay…

1199SEIU Florida Nurse Participates On National Panel To Highlight Keys To Win In Workplace, Community & Politics

Oct 8, 2026

Sarah Chrisofferson, an 1199SEIU Florida member and a Registered Nurse at a West Palm Beach hospital, recently took part in a national…

Annual Retreat Brings Together 1199SEIU Florida Nurse Leaders

Oct 8, 2026

A talented contingent of 1199SEIU nurse members gathered in the Florida Keys for a intensive yet invigorating retreat to discuss developing…

1199SEIU Nurses Fight Florida’s Affordability Crisis

Oct 8, 2026

With skyrocketing costs of living throughout Florida, an affordability crisis is putting punishing pressures on nurses and their fellow…

Our Vote = Our Power In Florida: 1199SEIU Members Endorse Slate Of Candidates Who Stand With Workers & Families

Sep 29, 2026

MIAMI – With Floridians facing an unprecedented affordability crisis as gas, groceries, insurance, housing and other costs skyrocket,…