New York Nurses Reach Deal to End Strike at Two Hospitals

The agreement comes after nearly a month of labor action at major health systems in New York City.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Striking nurses have reached an agreement with two of New York City's major health systems to end a nearly month-long work stoppage that had disrupted patient care at several hospitals. The deal was announced on Thursday, though details of the agreement were not immediately released.

Why it matters

The nurses' strike highlighted ongoing tensions over staffing levels, pay, and working conditions in the healthcare industry, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution of the dispute could set a precedent for how similar labor actions are handled at other hospitals in the region.

The details

The strike involved thousands of nurses at Mount Sinai Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. The nurses had been seeking better pay and benefits, as well as improvements to staffing levels that they said were crucial for providing quality patient care. After nearly a month of picketing and negotiations, the two sides were able to reach a deal, though the specific terms were not disclosed.

  • The nurses' strike began in late January 2026.
  • The agreement to end the strike was announced on February 9, 2026.

The players

Mount Sinai Hospital

A major academic medical center and one of the largest hospitals in New York City.

Montefiore Medical Center

A large academic medical center and one of the premier healthcare providers in the Bronx.

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What they’re saying

“This agreement is a victory for our nurses and the patients we serve. We look forward to continuing to provide the highest quality care.”

— Kenneth L. Davis, CEO, Mount Sinai Health System (Press Release)

“Our nurses do incredible work every day, and this contract ensures they have the support and resources they need.”

— Philip O. Ozuah, President and CEO, Montefiore Medicine (Press Release)

What’s next

The agreement still needs to be ratified by the nurses' union membership before it can be fully implemented.

The takeaway

The resolution of this high-profile labor dispute demonstrates the ongoing challenges healthcare systems face in balancing the needs of their workforce with the demands of providing quality patient care, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.