Brigham Nurses Return to Work as Contract Dispute With MGB Persists

The return to the bedside marks the conclusion of the largest nursing labor action in Massachusetts history. While the facility is back to normal operations, the bargaining committee remains at an impasse with Mass General Brigham (MGB) leadership after eight months of negotiations. Kelly Morgan, chair of the MNA Bargaining Committee, stated that the resolve of the staff has only deepened following the unprecedented public and professional support received during the dispute.

The focus now shifts to the 450 MGB Home Care clinicians, who remain on strike through Tuesday. These healthcare workers are currently fighting for their first union contract, citing the need for reasonable caseloads and enforceable productivity standards. A final rally is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at MGB Headquarters in Somerville to mark the conclusion of their seven-day walkout. Both groups of clinicians continue to demand competitive wages, improved recruitment and retention strategies, and a reduction in the reliance on temporary staffing, arguing that current conditions threaten the quality of patient care across the network.