Last mentioned: Feb 20, 2026
Tentative Agreement
Both parties announce a deal has been reached; strike is suspended pending ratification.
Marathon Bargaining
Union and management enter a 24-hour negotiation session facilitated by mediators.
Operational Strain
Hospital system reports significant disruptions and relies heavily on agency nurses.
Strike Commencement
Nurses officially begin the walkout after contract negotiations fail to meet staffing demands.
A major New York City hospital system and its nursing union have reached a tentative agreement to end the city's largest nursing strike to date. The deal, announced on February 20, 2026, addresses critical concerns regarding safe staffing ratios and nurse compensation after a high-stakes standoff.
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