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.

Better Contract Provides Path to a Better Future for Hialeah Nursing Home Caregivers

Jul 24, 2019

Dozens of caregivers, dietary workers, housekeepers and other employees at Hialeah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have a reason to smile.…

SEIU Members Gathered Outside the Debate Center in Miami to Call on Candidates to Talk about #UnionsForAll in the First Democratic Presidential Debate

Jul 9, 2019

Healthcare workers, adjunct professors, fast food workers and community supporters stood together in solidarity near the Adrienne Arsht…

When Jeanne Vilna’s job promotion came without the expected pay increase this CNA Fought Back and Won

Jul 2, 2019

Jeanne Vilna,who works at Avante at Boca Raton, fought and won a grievance to win the higher wages she is entitled to due to her new…

There’s no debate: Floridians need affordable, quality healthcare coverage | Opinion

Jun 26, 2019

Congratulations to our member Margalie Williams who authored an editorial in the South Florida Sun-Sentinel newspaper on the Democratic…

Statement by Monica Russo, 1199SEIU EVP Florida Re: Senator Baxley's Comments on Abortion Bans

Jun 5, 2019

It should be shocking that a state senator would cite white supremacist talking points to justify a radical rollback of women's healthcare…

Meet the Incredibles of Healthcare

May 21, 2019

To celebrate Hospital & Nursing Home Healthcare Worker Appreciation Month, 1199SEIU is celebrating the incredible work of our members.

The Incredibles of Healthcare: Marlyn Hoilette, RN.

May 16, 2019

To celebrate Hospital & Nursing Home Healthcare Worker Appreciation Month, 1199SEIU is highlighting the great work our members do to provide…

The Incredibles of Healthcare: Amy Runkle, CNA.

May 16, 2019

To celebrate Hospital & Nursing Home Healthcare Worker Appreciation Month, 1199SEIU is recognizing the great work our members do every day…

The Incredibles of Healthcare: Roxan Parker, RN

May 16, 2019

To celebrate Hospital & Nursing Home Healthcare Worker Appreciation Month, 1199SEIU is highlighting the great work our members do to provide…

The Incredibles of Healthcare: Armen Mgrditchian, OR Aide

May 16, 2019

To celebrate Hospital & Nursing Home Healthcare Worker Appreciation Month, 1199SEIU is highlighting the incredible work our healthcare…