Building a Better Jackson Partnership and continue to deliver world class healthcare
AFSCME Local 1363 and Jackson Health System are partnering to transform our workplace. Together, we’re addressing the issues that matter most to you – outstanding patient care, better working conditions, stronger communication, and restoring Jackson as a great place to work.
About the Partnership
Working Together To Keep Jackson Strong
Jackson has been a cornerstone of our community’s healthcare.
That’s why AFSCME Local 1363 is partnering directly with Jackson Health System leadership. This isn’t just about surviving day-to-day challenges – it’s about thriving in a workplace we’re proud of.
This partnership focuses on:
- Improving communication between management and employees
- Addressing staffing and patient challenges that affect your daily work
- Maintaining the best working conditions across all departments
- Giving you a strong voice in workplace decisions
- Keeping Jackson Strong
Your Voice,
Your Workplace,
Your Future
You have earned respect for the work you do. Every day you work to make your community healthier, safer, stronger. Public service isn’t just a job. It’s a calling.
Your Partnership Team
Leadership Working Together
William Orange
President
Tarsha Laster
Vice President
Able Desvergunat
Secretary-Treasurer
When union leadership and hospital administration work together, real change happens. Meet the team committed to Jackson being the place to work and receive medical care.
We Want to Hear From You
Your Voice Shapes This Partnership
We know what we think you need. But we want to hear directly from you about:
- What would make your workday better?
- What challenges are you facing in your department?
- How can we improve communication?
- What does “thriving” look like to you at Jackson?
- What will help you best serve patients?
The Challenges We're Addressing Together
The Reality We're Facing
Public healthcare faces challenges on multiple fronts – from state and federal policy changes to funding cuts that affect staffing levels.
But here’s what’s different now: we’re not fighting these challenges alone.
Through this partnership, AFSCME Local 1363 and Jackson leadership are working together on:
- Staffing issues that impact patient care and employee workload
- Funding advocacy
- Workplace communication
- Benefits and pay to make Jackson a competitive employer
- Maintain Jackson as a workplace of choice in South Florida healthcare
A Thriving Partnership
What Does That Mean?
Thriving means working in a healthcare environment where:
- Your voice is heard and respected
- Staffing levels allow you to do your job well
- Communication flows smoothly between employees and management
- You’re proud to say “I work at Jackson”
- We’re not just reacting to problems – we’re preventing them
Resources & Training
Building Skills for a Stronger Workplace
Understanding your skills, effective communication strategies, and workplace partnership advocacy – these resources will help you navigate workplace challenges and understand the value of this collaborative partnership.
Why This Matters Now
Honoring Our Voice, Strengthening Our Future
This partnership represents a collaborative approach to workplace collaboration – one where employees and management work together toward shared goals. When we combine the advocacy strength of AFSCME Local 1363 with Jackson Health System’s commitment to improvement, everyone benefits.
Your participation strengthens our collective voice and ensures this partnership delivers real results for Jackson employees.
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