In a wave of labor activism, nurses at multiple St. Mary hospitals are taking significant steps towards unionization. Recent votes at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison have seen hundreds of nurses overwhelmingly support the formation of a union, driven by concerns over pay and staffing issues. Similar movements are evident in Chicago, where nurses at St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital staged a one-day strike to protest alleged union-busting activities and poor working conditions. Informational pickets have also taken place at Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Reno, reflecting a growing desire among nurses to secure better representation and resolve ongoing grievances. This collective action highlights the pressing need for a strong union voice in addressing staffing challenges and improving workplace conditions across various St. Mary facilities.