SEIU Local 1199WI

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UW Hospitals and Clinics Representation Page

If we want respect and appreciation as professionals we have to earn it. We can only make substantial gains in working conditions and patient care if we are informed, active and united. Follow the links below to give your input and find out how to get involved.

2010 Union Contract Negotiations Continue!

Get information about contract negotiations HERE

UW Hospitals & Clinics SEIU Congress Board List	UW Hospitals & Clinics SEIU Union Steward List
Get the Current UW Hospitals & Clinics / SEIU Healthcare District 1199WI Union Contract HERE	SEIU UWHC Grievance Form

Get the SEIU Healthcare Connection

Vol 4, 2010 NEWSLETTER HERE

Vol 3, 2010 NEWSLETTER HERE

Vol 2, 2010 NEWSLETTER HERE

Vol 1, 2010 NEWSLETTER HERE

Vol 2, 2009 NEWSLETTER HERE

Vol 1, 2009 NEWSLETTER HERE

Get a Notice of Risk to Patient Care FORM HERE

Members at UWHC Ratify New 2 year Contract

The new SEIU Healthcare District 1199WI contract was approved by members voting on the terms of the tentative agreement. Read a summary of the changes to the SEIU - UWHC Contract and review the new 2008 - 2010 Wage Grids.

Staffing Surveys

On a regular basis, we meet with management to discuss safe staffing levels. To meaningfully discuss problems with staff levels on our units, we need your input on staffing.

Hand Off Survey

Management at UWHC is attempting to change our reporting procedure based on supposed recommendations from JCAHO. We think some of the changes are unwise and unnecessary. Please help out by filling out our Hand Off Survey to give your views on shift reports.

Ban on Mandatory Overtime

As a result of our 2004 contract victory, effective May 17, 2006, forced overtime is banned at UW Hospital and Clinics. To learn about your rights and the details of the ban, click here.

A Greater Voice in Working Conditions and Patient Care

One of our Bargaining Committee's primary objectives during bargaining was to achieve more of a voice for professional staff in the decisions that affect our working conditions and patient care. We came to several agreements with management that give us greater input on issues like floating, staffing, scheduling and professional advancement. Learn how we can have a role in decision making at UWHC through the Labor-Management Committee and the unit based Quarterly Meetings.