University of Chicago Medical Center officials say the hospital is facing the "same challenges" other health systems have, which led to the 180 layoffs.
As Iowa's nursing homes and hospitals struggle with chronic staffing shortages, lawmakers have advanced a bill that would put additional regulations and oversight on healthcare agencies that supply temporary medical staff.
Interns, residents, chief residents and fellows at the McGaw Medical Center voted 794 to 148 in favor of union representation, an NLRB spokesperson said.