Story perspectives

Nurses End 41-Day Strike with Historic Contract Victory

2/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital nurses ratified a three-year contract, ending a 41-day strike that began January 12.
Over 4,000 nurses voted, 93% in favor.
The contract includes salary increases above 12%, better staffing standards, and protections against workplace violence and artificial intelligence.
NYSNA president Nancy Hagans said the strike was historically significant for healthcare justice.
Nurses at Montefiore and Mount Sinai had returned earlier, and NewYork-Presbyterian's management expressed satisfaction with the agreement.

History

Historical Context

In 1984, over 10,000 New York City nurses, led by the New York State Nurses Association, struck for better working conditions, achieving a 15% salary increase. This movement echoes earlier labor struggles, such as the 1982 Long Island Jewish Medical Center strike, highlighting ongoing challenges in healthcare advocacy. Recently, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital nurses ratified a contract securing over 12% salary increases, continuing this vital fight for nurses' rights.

1 of 2

Story summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital nurses ratified a three-year contract, ending a 41-day strike that began January 12.
Over 4,000 nurses voted, 93% in favor.
The contract includes salary increases above 12%, better staffing standards, and protections against workplace violence and artificial intelligence.
NYSNA president Nancy Hagans said the strike was historically significant for healthcare justice.
Nurses at Montefiore and Mount Sinai had returned earlier, and NewYork-Presbyterian's management expressed satisfaction with the agreement.

1 / 2