Kaiser Permanente Health Workers Near End of Strike
Friday was the third day of a walkout for thousands of health care employees. No new contract talks were scheduled until next week.
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Friday was the third day of a walkout for thousands of health care employees. No new contract talks were scheduled until next week.
About 75,000 medical workers from Kaiser Permanente facilities went on a planned three-day strike on Wednesday, putting pressure on one of the leading not-for-profit U.S. healthcare networks to reach an agreement on a new contract. It stems from staffing shortages plaguing the sector, largely a consequence of occupational "burnout" from the COVID-19 pandemic. Some of the key demands by the workers include higher pay to keep up with the cost of living, a $25-per-hour minimum wage for all healthcare workers, and a reformed bonus structure.
About 75,000 medical workers from Kaiser Permanente facilities went on a planned three-day strike on Wednesday, putting pressure on one of the leading not-for-profit U.S. healthcare networks to reach...
About 75,000 medical workers from Kaiser Permanente facilities went on a planned three-day strike on Wednesday, putting pressure on one of the leading not-for-profit U.S. healthcare networks to reach an
By Leroy Leo and Bhanvi Satija (Reuters) - About 75,000 medical workers from Kaiser Permanente facilities went on a planned three-day strike on Wednes...