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We care for Washington and Montana patients and families
We stand together to make sure that our patients and clients get the best quality care and that our pay and benefits allow us to thrive.
35 Years of Progress And Unity
Why choose the union difference?
Being part of a strong union means having a strong voice. We take action together and win on the issues that matter to us – staffing, wages, benefits, and being a part of the decision making.
Together, we rise.
We win better futures for ourselves and our families.
Union Stories
Press releases, events, updates, and more.
Statement on the killing of Jaahnavi Kandula and subsequent release of police audio recording
We were heartbroken to learn about the killing of Northeastern University student Jaahnavi Kandula by a Seattle police officer in January 2023, and we are now filled with outrage after the release of police body camera audio in which Seattle Police Officers Guild...
Celebrating National Latinx Heritage Month
Join us as we observe National Latinx Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of our Latina/o/x members, healthcare workers, and labor leaders throughout history. Let’s come together as healthcare...
It’s a Hot Wins Summer! Our Recent Victories
This summer, the weather is hot and our wins are too. We’ve stood together to take action to move management at the bargaining table in order to raise standards for healthcare workers everywhere. Our union is ever-growing: on-call healthcare workers at DESC in...