SCNSC Bargaining Update: April 10, 2025
Our second bargaining session was productive, and we appreciate all colleagues who attended as observers. We began the session with another engaging icebreaker to further strengthen our relationships and continue building rapport.
Both Kaiser Permanente (KP) and our UNAC/UHCP-SCNSC bargaining teams revisited their respective interests to ensure mutual understanding and clarity. We were also pleased to have Charmaine Morales, UNAC/UHCP President, and Peter Sidhu, UNAC/UHCP Executive Vice President, who briefly joined the session.
Our discussions moved into meaningful, interest-based conversations, focusing specifically on:
- Just Culture: Highlighted by our Union as a priority interest.
- Per Diem Utilization: Presented as an interest by KP.
Additionally, we have confirmed the following bargaining dates to ensure continued progress:
- May 14, 2025
- May 29, 2025
Stay tuned for further updates, and thank you for your continued support.
SCNSC Bargaining Update: April 2, 2025
We had a strong start to interested-based bargaining when we met with management on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at the UNAC/UHCP headquarters in San Dimas, CA. We began with introductions, discussed ground rules, and shared bargaining interests. The conversations were informative, positive, and focused on patient care.
UNAC/UHCP President Charmaine S. Morales, RN visited our bargaining session and we were encouraged by her welcome message that these negotiations represent an opportunity to advocate for quality patient care, strengthen professional relationships, and to make Kaiser the best place to work.
Meet the Bargaining Team
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Update: March 14
Southern California Kickoff
We’re ready to work toward a contract that strengthens our labor-management partnership and ensures the best care for our patients. Nearly 30,000 registered nurses and healthcare professionals across Southern California are coming together to advocate for wages that attract, retain, and respect the dedicated professionals who keep Kaiser Permanente at the forefront of healthcare.
Representing registered nurses, pharmacists, rehab therapists, optometrists, dietitians, audiologists, health educators, and speech-language pathologists, we know that delivering high-quality care starts with safe staffing. When teams are fully supported, patients receive the best care, and professionals can work at the top of their licenses.
Almost all Southern California KP contracts expire on September 30, 2025. These negotiations are a key opportunity to strengthen our workforce, improve patient outcomes, and reinforce the partnership that has provided high-quality care to Kaiser Permanente patients.
Together, we are committed to solutions that support healthcare professionals, enhance patient care, and uphold our shared mission. Stay engaged—this is our moment to make a real difference.