Healthcare Workers Picket St. Anne Hospital Amid Ongoing Contract Talks Over Wages and Staffing

Healthcare workers and nurses at St. Anne Hospital in Burien held an informational picket on Tuesday, April 28, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW. The union has been negotiating with hospital management and parent company CommonSpirit Health for about 10 months over wages, staffing levels, workplace safety, and working conditions. Workers are seeking wage increases aligned with cost of living, additional staff for breaks, and enhanced decision-making input.