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New York State Nurses Association. We are 42,000 members strong. Affiliated w/ National Nurses United

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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
NYSNA nurses attended the New York Working Families Party convention in NYC this weekend. NYSNA Director at Large, Sonia Lawrence spoke about how nurses fight for their patients & communities, & the importance of electing WFP candidates who will champion those fights.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
NYSNA nurses are rising with Epstein survivors and allies in New York City tomorrow to demand justice, accountability, healing and an end to the systems that enable sexual violence and protect those who perpetrate it. Join us on Friday in Union Square!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
With many patients already worried about how they can afford medical care and prescriptions, Mount Sinai is denying care to those most in need—our seniors, children, people with disabilities and immigrants. That's shameful and unacceptable. ow.ly/m0EV50ZC3ke
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
NYSNA President Nancy Hagans, BSN, RN, CCRN has an Op-Ed in the New York Daily News ringing the alarm on the growing healthcare crisis caused by the Trump Administration's termination of Haitian TPS (Temporary Protected Status.) ow.ly/AKow50ZAyoH
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
NYSNA nurses and families rallied with @local804.bsky.social and New York City Council Member @tiffanycaban.bsky.social at City Hall today in support of the Delivery Protection Act. Solidarity with all workers holding companies accountable for worker and community safety!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Over 50,000 Haitian healthcare workers with TPS status are being put on leave from their jobs in hospitals, nursing homes & home care since the Trump admin ended TPS for Haiti. NYSNA President Nancy Hagans was on CNN to demand the federal government reinstate TPS for Haiti!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Terminating Haitian TPS has had a chilling effect on immigrant communities and Haitian workers across the country. This week, NYSNA nurses joined elected officials and advocates to protest and show solidarity with TPS holders and immigrant communities. ow.ly/1IYJ50ZxIF3
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Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Every day is a good day to stand with @nynurses.bsky.social! The nurses at NY Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital are organizing for a fair contract that addresses staffing needs (especially in the post-partum unit), pay, and workplace safety. (1/3)
Standing with nurses and allies outside the Liberty game.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
"Safe staffing saves lives! And that's the bottom line." Northwell Health/ Putnam Hospital nurse Carol speaks about her deep investments in the community and how that's tied to her fight for a fair contract with safe staffing ratios.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
This morning we joined our partners to demand New York State push for solutions to federal healthcare cuts like the Invest in Our New York package. @citizenactionny.org @psc-cuny.org @nywfp.bsky.social @maketheroadny.bsky.social @doctorscouncilseiu.bsky.social
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Stand with the NYSNA nurses at Northstar/ Claxton-Hepburn to demand the hospital maintain maternal health services! This region needs these vital services, and the planned closure would have devastating effects on the community. 
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Take care of yourself as smoke from Canada's wildfires travels across New York! To check the air quality in your area, put your zip code into airnow.gov and follow the recommended precautions.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
"I would not want my family member to be someone's 8th patient." Northwell Health/ Putnam Hospital nurse Melissa shares her concerns about Northwell's proposed staffing ratios. NYSNA nurses at Putnam are fighting for a fair contract so they can provide safe, quality care!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Legionnaires’ disease cases on New York City’s Upper East Side are rising. NYC’s DOH is testing and cleaning suspected water cooling towers. Seek medical attention for flu-like symptoms, especially seniors and immunocompromised people. Check the @nychealthy.bsky.social website for updates.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Albany might allow hospitals to treat patients at home with virtual monitoring, instead of expert in-hospital nursing care! Tell Albany no to Hospital At Home proposal that leave patients Home all Alone and threaten quality care. bit.ly/dontleavepatientshomealone
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
NYSNA celebrates Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Week! From preventing infections to supporting long-term care, WOC nurses bring critical expertise to some of the most complex patient needs and play a key role in improving health and recovery. Thank you for the difference you make every day.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
NYSNA Board Member Sonia Lawrence, BSN, RN, spoke outside NYC Health + Hospitals/ Lincoln to demand state lawmakers protect the Essential Plan. With nearly half a million NYers at risk of losing Essential Plan coverage, we must take action to ensure all patients get the care they need.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Unions such as CIRSEIU and NYSNA are calling on NYC H+H to honor union contracts at Maimonides. No one should have to choose between protecting immigrant colleagues and preserving rights and benefits. www.crainsnewyork.com/health-care/cny-health-hospitals-maimonides-residents-contract-20260408/
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Happy Arab American Heritage Month! NYSNA celebrates our Arab American members and honors the contributions and achievements of Arab Americans in healthcare, labor, and in our country!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Happy Occupational Health Nurses Week! Occupational health nurses play a key role in keeping workers safe by delivering care and leading workplace health and safety efforts. Shoutout to our NYSNA NYC H+H/Mayorals nurses who help keep this city running!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Why are billionaires and Jeffrey Epstein associates like Brad Karp making healthcare decisions for Long Island patients?! Despite the scandal that led him to resign as board chair of a law firm, Karp is still on the Mount Sinai board! bit.ly/mssn-unfair
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Happy Easter! Shout out to the healthcare workers caring for patients who can't be home with loved ones today. Thank you!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Chag Pesach Sameach! From all of us at NYSNA, wishing everyone celebrating a very Happy Passover!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
It's time to #TaxTheRich! Thanks @sanders.senate.gov for rallying NY to do the right thing! As NYSNA Pres. Hagans said, "It’s not enough to beat back the attacks from the Trump administration. We also have to show who we are as New Yorkers—by putting our money where our mouth is!"
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Today, NYSNA Pres. Hagans and nurses spoke out and marched in the giant #NoKings rally in NYC, demanding care for workers, healthcare and our communities that are under attack. "Today we are marching to show what real caring looks like…We are here to stay – and we will win! "
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Brooklyn Hospital Center nurses have been organizing nonstop to restore their healthcare benefits. Nurses have been speaking out, leafleting, & talking with elected officials including @cmcrystalhudson.bsky.social & @cmrestler.bsky.social about what’s happening & why this fight matters. Go nurses!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
The Brooklyn Hospital Center nurses have gone over a month without health benefits because the hospital refuses to pay what it owes. Meanwhile, hospital executives made over $8 million in 2024. Tell TBHC leadership: Pay the nurses what you owe and restore their benefits now! bit.ly/tbhc-nurses
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
NYSNA nurses are heading back to Albany on Tuesday, Mar. 10.✊ Nurses will meet with elected officials to advocate for safe staffing, health equity, and policies that protect patients and frontline caregivers. Let's go make our voices heard loud and clear!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Happy Women's History Month! We're proud to recognize all the trailblazing accomplishments and incredible contributions of women in NYSNA, nursing, and in the greater labor movement.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
NYSNA nurses and their families celebrated the Year of the Horse at the annual Lunar New Year Parade in Manhattan’s Chinatown! 🧧🐎🎉 We proudly shared our message that we are committed to caring for ALL communities.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
NYSNA nurses were out wearing their lucky green today to celebrate at the Staten Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade! NYSNA nurses were proud to spread the message that “Safe Staffing Brings Good Luck!” 🍀
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Nurses celebrated our contract campaign and strike victory today with @mayor.nyc.gov! We’re thankful for Mayor Mamdani and proud to celebrate as we continue to advocate for quality care for all New Yorkers.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
From the strike line to the bedside! NYP nurses woke up early this morning to head back to their first day back at work. Grateful for the strength and solidarity that carried all 15,000 striking nurses through every cold day and every strike chant!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Congratulations, NewYork-Presbyterian nurses! They overwhelmingly ratified a new contract and will return to work next week!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
BREAKING: Approximately 4,200 NYSNA nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian reached a tentative agreement late last night to end the historic 6-week strike. Nurses bargained all day and made their voices heard. Congratulations, NewYork-Presbyterian nurses!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
For 19 days, nurses at The Brooklyn Hospital Center have shown up to work without health insurance because the hospital has failed to pay nurses' benefits since Oct! Nurses spoke out today and demanded management immediately pay and fully restore their benefits!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Ramadan Mubarak to all our Muslim sisters and brothers celebrating! May the holy month of Ramadan be filled with blessings and peace.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
"Together with our community, NYSNA mourns the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, a fearless civil rights leader who understood that seeking justice requires the strength of the working class, a multiracial coalition, and unwavering dedication to the dignity of all people.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Return to work celebrations continued at Mount Sinai Morningside and West as nurses headed back to work early this morning!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
The fight continues at NewYork-Presbyterian but nurses are celebrating an arbitration win! Yesterday, an arbitrator just ordered NYP to pay nearly $400K to nurses in the pediatric cardiac ICU at CHONY after finding the hospital violated safe staffing rules 614 times.
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Happy Lunar New Year! NYSNA wishes all who celebrate a happy and healthy year of the horse!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Congratulations to nurses at Montefiore, Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Morningside and West, who all ratified their strong union contracts by an overwhelming majority! Read more at
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
On Feb. 25, New Yorkers will descend on Albany to demand lawmakers tax the rich to fund the affordability agenda New Yorkers deserve. From marching through the streets to lobbying elected officials, New Yorkers will demand for a more affordable NY. RSVP bit.ly/4byocVH
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
BREAKING: ~10,500 NYSNA nurses at Montefiore, Mount Sinai, & Mount Sinai Morningside/West reached tentative agreements late Sun/early Mon. Nurses won: enforceable safe staffing, maintain their health benefits, workplace violence protections, and more! www.nysna.org/press/victor...
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
LOVE this OpEd from our allies at @alignny.bsky.social!
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
"Terrific" or terrible? Can we trust NewYork-Presbyterian's billionaire board members like "private equity king" and Jeffrey Epstein associate Stephen Schwartzman to protect healthcare for New Yorkers?
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Nurses took direct action outside the League of Voluntary Hospitals and Homes to stand up to corporate greed and demand management negotiate fair contracts! Shoutout to these 13 incredible nurses! They've all been released and ready to fight another day! ✊
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
NYC nurses like Sheryl Ostroff, RN, are fearless, brave, and taking a stand for safety. They want to keep caring for NY but need CEOs to invest in workplace violence protections and negotiate fair contracts. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/opinion/nurse-strike-new-york-workplace-violence.html
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
NewYork-Presbyterian and Mount Sinai board member Brad Karp, a billionaire power broker, appears hundreds of times in the Epstein files, with records of years of social ties. Can board members like this be trusted to protect healthcare for New Yorkers? www.NYChospitalgreed.com
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NYSNA @nynurses.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
We've heard from supporters asking how they can get a NYSNA hat and support nurses on strike– here's your chance! Donate $50 or more to the NYSNA Protected Action Hardship Relief Fund and we'll send you a red NYSNA hat! Click the link to donate! bit.ly/NYSNAStrikeHardshipFund
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