Nurses & Health Professionals

AFT Connecticut is the largest union of acute care hospital workers in the state, representing approximately 10,000 nurses and allied health professionals. Our labor federation’s members work in more than 20 hospitals, community clinics and school district and college-based settings.

Our “Code RED CT” campaign is a collective effort aimed at securing safer healing and working conditions for patients and their caregivers. From securing strong contracts to establishing safe staffing requirements, our members advocate for improved conditions for all health professionals as well as career education, training and development.

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Healthcare News

  • Taking Center Stage at the National Convention

    In July, more than 115 activists from AFT Connecticut affiliates joined over 3,500 fellow delegates from across the country in Washington, D.C., for AFT’s national biennial convention. Together, they charted a bold future by passing resolutions on critical issues and electing national leadership for the next four years. Delegates also celebrated reaching a record-high membership…

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  • Turning the Corner with a Landmark New Contract

    Securing a strong first contract with a new corporate owner has finally closed the door on a prolonged period of anxiety and uncertainty for members of an AFT Connecticut-affiliated healthcare union. In our latest quarterly collective bargaining wins report, we showcase how a dedicated negotiating committee turned the corner on frozen pensions, failed acquisitions and…

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