🗞️ Henry Ford Genesys Hospital Strike Enters Third Month Amid Unfair Labor Practice Allegations
The strike at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital, initiated by Teamsters Local 332 on Labor Day 2025, has surpassed the three-month mark. The union has filed multiple unfair labor practice charges against the hospital.
As of December 2025, over 750 nurses and case managers at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, remain on strike. The labor dispute, which began on September 1, 2025, is marked by escalating tensions and formal legal action. Teamsters Local 332 has filed several unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board, alleging that Henry Ford Health has refused to engage in face-to-face bargaining, made unlawful threats against striking nurses, and improperly declared an impasse in negotiations. The union argues that the hospital's November 4th declaration of an impasse and its subsequent move to implement its own contract terms were premature and unlawful. Union steward Tricia Pierce expressed deep disappointment, stating that long-serving nurses feel "disposable" after decades of dedication.
In response, Henry Ford Health contends that the strike is not about patient welfare but is instead a tool for the union to advance a wider agenda. The health system maintains it has bargained in good faith and points to its implemented proposal, which includes wage increases of up to 8.6%, a benefits package, and a new shared governance model for nurses. The hospital argues that the union's demands would financially incentivize coordinated call-offs and perpetuate attendance policies that have contributed to significant annual losses. Henry Ford reports that approximately 80 striking nurses have returned to work and that another 80 have accepted new job offers, helping to stabilize hospital operations. The next bargaining session is scheduled for December 9, with both sides entrenched in their positions.
Key Points:
- The strike at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital began on Labor Day, September 1, 2025, and has now lasted over three months.
- More than 750 nurses and case managers, represented by Teamsters Local 332, are on strike.
- Teamsters Local 332 has filed multiple unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board.
- The union's allegations against the hospital include refusing to bargain, making unlawful threats, and a false declaration of impasse.
- Henry Ford Health claims the strike is driven by the union's agenda, not concerns for nurses or patients.
- The hospital's implemented offer includes wage increases of up to 8.6%, with many nurses earning over $100,000 annually.
- Approximately 80 striking nurses have crossed the picket line to return to work.
- Another 80 new registered nurses have accepted job offers or are in the hiring process at the hospital.
- The hospital cites tens of millions in annual losses, making the union's previous provisions "unsustainable."
- The next bargaining session is scheduled for December 9, 2025.
Primary Author: Fuad Shalhout
Primary Source: MLive.com - The Flint Journal
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