Unionized nurses at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital secure 31% wage increase, minimum pay to $40.25, with guaranteed raises and incentives for retention/recruitment.
Unionized nurses at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital have secured a historic contract through SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania. The agreement includes a 31% wage increase for nurses with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, raising their minimum pay from $31.65 to $40.25, the first such guarantee above $40 within UPMC. The contract also features guaranteed raises and incentives for retention and recruitment, addressing staffing concerns amid rising mental health needs.
October 27, 2024
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