MNA Negotiation

MNA Contract Negotiations

For all union contract negotiations, our goal is to reach a fair and reasonable agreement in a timely manner to keep the focus on patient care.

North Memorial Health puts patients and their best interests first in all that we do, and this commitment remains unchanged during this negotiation process.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Commitment to Patient Care & Nursing Excellence 
  • Workplace & Financial Stewardship
  • Fair Negotiation Process
  • Professionalism & Communication
  • Transparency & Accountability 

Robbinsdale Hospital, Air Care and Hospice Nurses

North Memorial Health and the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) union have reached an agreement on the next three-year contract for Robbinsdale Hospital, Air Care and Hospice nurses represented by MNA. The contact was ratified on July 15, 2025.

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Maple Grove Hospital Nurses 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The current MNA contract at Robbinsdale Hospital expires on May 31. Bargaining sessions between MNA and the North negotiations team began on April 3 and will occur regularly until a tentative agreement is reached. Contract negotiations for nurses at Maple Grove Hospital began on May 14. 

No. The negotiations already underway are specific to the Robbinsdale Hospital MNA contract, which includes Robbinsdale Hospital, Air Care and Hospice nurses. On May 14, negotiations for nurses at Maple Grove Hospital began. This will be a separate contract, and the terms of that contract would vary from the Robbinsdale Hospital MNA contract.

We will keep leaders, nurses and team members updated as appropriate on our negotiation status and next steps through regular brief email updates, accessible online information and resources following each bargaining session.

Nursing and Health in Minnesota at a Glance

  • The nursing workforce is growing: The World Health Organization estimated that the global nursing workforce has jumped from 27.8 million in 2018 to 29.8 million in 2023, and it is projected to reach 36 million by 2030.
  • In 2024, turnover rates for staff registered nurses decreased by 2.4%, resulting in a national average of 16.4%.
  • Minneapolis is one of the top 10 healthiest cities in the U.S., according to a 2025 study that assesses green space, food, fitness and the quality of healthcare available. WalletHub
  • When adjusting for cost of living, Minnesota’s registered nurses earn the second highest average hourly wage in the U.S. in 2025. Becker’s Hospital Review
  • Minnesota’s wages and low turnover rank contributed to its ranking as one of the top 5 states to work as a nurse in 2024. IPASS
  • In 2024, 165,642 nurses had current licensure in Minnesota. Minnesota Board of Nursing

Resources

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