Inside Nursing Unions: Myths, Power, and How to Organize Safely

2025-06-04

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What really goes on behind the scenes of nursing unions? Our guest this week, ER Nurse and the President of the Registered Nurses Association at UCMC (A union!), Kylee Ham, breaks down how nursing unions actually work!In this chat we talk about the most common myths that keep nurses divided, and why management, not fellow nurses, is the real opposition. We dive into how to start organizing in your workplace, what protections you legally have against retaliation, and why fear still plays a powerful role in keeping...

What really goes on behind the scenes of nursing unions? Our guest this week, ER Nurse and the President of the Registered Nurses Association at UCMC (A union!), Kylee Ham, breaks down how nursing unions actually work!

In this chat we talk about the most common myths that keep nurses divided, and why management, not fellow nurses, is the real opposition. We dive into how to start organizing in your workplace, what protections you legally have against retaliation, and why fear still plays a powerful role in keeping nurses silent. If you've ever felt burned out, undervalued, or unsure about unions, this episode is your roadmap to understanding your rights and reclaiming your power.

Find more about unions at: https://bsky.app/profile/rnaucmc.bsky.social

The Guest: @rna_Cincynurses

The Pod: @friends.and.enemas

The Host: @scrubhacks

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