See some recent media pieces that have featured the Federation of Nurses.

The Federation of Nurses is often featured in the media spotlighting our role in advocating for healthcare professionals, negotiating for better working conditions, improved health care policies, and protecting our members' rights and benefits.

Our hub for Federation of Nurses member resources includes chapter contracts, important forms, information about union dues and a collection of articles about self-care and wellness.

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The Federation of Nurses is the second largest health care union in the country representing more than 5,000 registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) at private hospitals and home health care agencies.

By leveraging its collective influence and resources, the Federation of Nurses amplifies our members' voices and advocates for meaningful change at both the institutional and legislative levels.

Learn how to join our union, sign up for communications and ways to contact and connect with us.

Know your rights, benefits and the services available to you as a member of the Federation of Nurses/UFT.

See the outstanding results of our 16 years of legislation & lobbying activity.

The Federation of Nurses provides comprehensive support regarding workplace rights to help nurses navigate and resolve issues related to employment conditions.

The Federation of Nurses plays a critical role in contract negotiations for nurses, ensuring they receive fair wages and benefits comparable to those of other healthcare professionals.

MindUP is an evidence-based preventative mental health program grounded in neuroscience, mindful awareness, positive psychology, and social and emotional learning.

The UFT has launched a new mobile app for members to easily connect with us and access member-only resources and information.

Learn more about the features and benefits of the UFT Member Hub.

Early childhood education is foundational to students’ success. Our children deserve a strong start to their education — we need to act now to protect our 3-K and pre-K programs!

We are excited to announce our new support system designed exclusively for our retired paraprofessionals in order to make it easier for you to connect with the UFT and request assistance.

If you are experiencing emotional distress, need resources or a referral, your union-trained mental health counselors can offer immediate, confidential help.

Every March, hundreds of UFT members board buses and head to Albany to advocate for our legislative priorities and share their experiences with state representatives. Learn more about Lobby Day and how you can get involved.

See the FAQ below for answers to common questions about the SHIP program for retired members.

Links to online resources cited in "Linking to Learning" columns in New York Teacher.

UFT members have been falsely accused of sexual misconduct or physical abuse involving students.

Review these resources below to learn more about colorectal cancer and screening tests.

Learn more about the importance of getting screened for colorectal cancer and view resources available to UFT members.

The UFT Climate & Environmental Justice Committee is dedicated to advocating for effective policies and actions both inside and outside the UFT.

The UFT Physical Education Committee is dedicated to advancing the well-being of educators and students alike.

If you are planning to create lesson plans related to the Climate Action Days or want to integrate climate change more regularly in your classroom, there are many high-quality materials online.

It’s been over 13 years since Tier 6 was added to the New York state pension system. Since then, over 50,000 UFT members in Tier 6 have earned a reduced pension compared to earlier tiers. That’s why we’re fighting to fix Tier 6 in ‘26.

The UFT Provider Professional Education Program is dedicated to advancing the knowledge of family childcare workforce and all early childhood professionals.

Do you have questions about any of our trainings? Are you interested in receiving program improvement coaching and support? Complete our form and a PPEP team member will connect with you.

Be sure to check this page for the latest news and updates regarding certification.

See the certified vote results from the 2023 contract ratification process.

This group shares it's bargaining unit with Supervisors of Nurses & Therapists and School Nurses.

Additional compensation salary schedule (2022–27)

Per session and other rates salary schedule (2022–27)

Get additional answers to concerns regarding the new proposed contract.