NY Nurses Protest: Huntington Hospital Faces Staffing Crisis

Huntington Hospital nurses staged an informational picket on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, to protest for better wages, benefits, and safe staffing levels. The nurses, members of the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA), marched outside Huntington Hospital in Huntington, New York, chanting slogans such as "We are essential, we are not expendable." One nurse stated, "We're risking our lives every day, and we deserve fair compensation and safe working conditions." The protest included a musical performance reinforcing the nurses' message about the critical need for adequate staffing. The NYSNA's press release highlighted the nurses' demands for a contract that addresses these concerns. The protest underscores the ongoing challenges faced by healthcare workers and the importance of fair labor practices in the healthcare industry. The peaceful demonstration aimed to bring attention to their concerns and hopefully lead to positive negotiations with hospital management.