Joint Staffing is a powerful tool to address the root causes of the staffing crisis– the very crisis that led to our historic strike last year, and the same one most of us still feel sharply today. For 18 years, we have had the language, but nothing changed—until now.
The Joint Staffing process is more than just a procedure—it’s the collective voice of frontline workers directly influencing decisions that impact our daily lives and the care we provide. No one knows our work better than we do, and through Joint Staffing, we are making sure our expertise and experiences guide solutions.
This is about more than filling roles; it’s about creating a safe, supportive workplace where healthcare workers are valued and listened to, and our patients get the care they deserve.
Explore more at LMPartnership.org/jointstaffing.
Voices of Joint Staffing
Hear firsthand from labor leaders and manager about the powerful opportunities that come from Joint Staffing.
Ready for Joint Staffing?
Joint Staffing impacts every UBT, and every Coalition union member has an important role to play. Get the basics here.
Co-leads must submit the final staffing plan template to regional budget makers for review and consideration by Aug. 31, 2025. Starting in 2026, and annually thereafter, staffing plans must be submitted by June 30. All teams must submit this worksheet and staffing plan template here.
Joint Staffing: A Resource Guide
Everything you need to know about joint staffing and what is expected at each stage of the process.
