Summary
Sutter Health reached a new contract agreement with over 4,700 frontline workers in Northern California, avoiding a planned strike. The new agreement includes a 14% raise and addresses issues like staffing and working conditions. The contract was approved by a large majority of workers.
Key Facts
- Sutter Health and SEIU-UHW reached an agreement to avoid a strike.
- The contract was approved by more than 4,700 workers.
- The planned strike was set for October 20 to October 24.
- The new contract includes a 14% raise for frontline workers.
- The agreement aims to improve working conditions and staffing.
- Sutter Health's full-time union employees earn about $75,000 annually.
- The contract protects health care and retirement benefits.
- Staffing issues were a major concern, with workers having to take on multiple roles.
