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Yahoo
14-05-2025
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- Yahoo
UHS receives $3.9 million grant as it continues pursuit of nursing excellence
JOHNSON CITY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – UHS is receiving a huge boost in its effort to achieve a higher level of nursing excellence. The healthcare system announced a $3.9 million grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation on Wednesday. The money, which UHS will match dollar for dollar, will go toward helping it achieve Magnet Recognition for nursing. The accreditation process is expected to take up to five years and will be done using a bottom-up shared governance approach in which councils made up of nurses and other staff will recommend new policies and procedures and investment in new equipment. Kay Boland is a Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer. Boland says the focus is on access, quality, and safety for patients. 'I am so proud of the creativity, dedication, innovation, and care that our nurses provide every day to our patients. I have every confidence that we will deliver on our promise to the Magnet Journey and provide value for every dollar the foundation has given to us,' said Boland. Boland says the funding will help to boost nurse's salaries, especially as they seek advanced degrees and certifications. It will also support and expand the Nursing Residency that UHS initiated in 2018, including the creation of a simulation lab for professional development. Amber Hoetzel is a Nurse Educator at UHS. 'In the 11 years that I've worked at UHS, I've always felt that UHS has supported staff to professionally grow from within the organization. UHS helps to foster this environment of growth and development for nursing through the Clinical Ladder program and Success Pays and I feel that those programs will only get stronger with this journey to our magnet status,' said Hoetzel. Boland says the money, which will be paid out over five years, will also fund technology upgrades to increase virtual nursing through telehealth. She says achieving Magnet status, which only 10 percent of hospitals in the country have, will assist with recruitment, along with improving care. Boland says the focus will be on Wilson and Binghamton General Hospitals, but the improvements will also benefit Chenango Memorial and Delaware Valley as well. Real Heroes Breakfast honors community members for their bravery UHS receives $3.9 million grant as it continues pursuit of nursing excellence Community prepares for 15th annual Sacred Sites tour NYS awards $86M to arts and culture nonprofits throughout state Local students awarded with Frank G. Paul Medal of Excellence Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Times
14-05-2025
- Health
- New York Times
A Bronx Hospital Is Investing in Its Nurses
Good morning. It's Wednesday. Today we'll look at what a safety net hospital in the Bronx plans to do with a $5 million grant. We'll also get details on a judge's decision to put an outside official in charge of the troubled Rikers Island jail complex. St. Barnabas Hospital plans to spend $5 million on a program for its nurses. 'Just because we treat poor people doesn't mean we shouldn't have the best possible staff,' said Dr. David Perlstein, the president and chief executive of St. Barnabas, a 422-bed hospital in the Bronx. The money is from $51 million in grants from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, which was formed several years ago after the sale of Fidelis Care, a managed care company that had been set up by the Roman Catholic Church. The foundation wanted to address the severe nursing shortage that existed before the pandemic and that was compounded when emergency rooms were overflowing with coronavirus patients, particularly at so-called safety net hospitals like St. Barnabas that typically have large numbers of patients who are on Medicaid or are uninsured. The foundation targeted its grants to hard-pressed hospitals that wanted to apply for nursing accreditation programs. It said that St. Barnabas and 12 other institutions, including Calvary Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center, both in the Bronx, would use grant money for programs overseen by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. 'There are no safety nets doing these programs because they're expensive programs,' Perlstein said. 'We can't compete' with larger hospitals that are affiliated with medical schools 'and have the funding to cover programs that should be offered everywhere,' he said. The hospitals receiving grants will have to undergo a rigorous review by the credentialing center, an independent body, to be certified. 'We believe there's a lot of value in the pursuit of accreditation,' said Anupa Fabian, Mother Cabrini's chief research officer. That 'will help hospitals put structures in place that lead to significant improvements in nurse well-being' — and, ultimately, patient care. Rebecca Graystone, a senior vice president of the credentialing center, said the grants from Mother Cabrini were the most by a private foundation for safety net organizations in the United States. 'The $51 million, we believe, has the ability to absolutely transform care delivery,' she said. 'If you don't have nurses in a hospital whose well-being is taken care of, whose work environment is appropriate, hospitals don't run. Whatever brings the patient to the front door of an institution, it's the nursing staff that gets them admitted.' Msgr. Gregory Mustaciuolo, the chief executive of the foundation, put it more simply: 'You can't have health care without nurses.' Still, he called the grants 'a drop in the bucket,' adding that they 'will not in any way solve the problem.' Other foundation officials said that stress and burnout had contributed to the nursing shortage. They cited a statewide study by the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University of Albany, which found that just under half of nurses surveyed reported symptoms of burnout in 2023. The center also found that retirements were not the only factor in staff shortages. Younger nurses were moving on as well: About 15 percent of hospital nurses between 20 and 39 planned to leave their current jobs within 12 months. Perlstein said the accreditation program at St. Barnabas would involve 'shared governance and engagement' with nurses. The program will also provide more possibilities for career development for nurses 'who want to be something more or something else,' he said. Nadine Williamson, a senior vice president of 1199 SEIU, the union that represents nurses at St. Barnabas, called the grant 'amazing' and 'historic.' Noting that nurses there are among the lowest paid in the city, she added that the accreditation program should help with recruiting and retaining nurses. 'If the nurses feel good, they're going to give quality health care,' she said, 'and the morale of the nurses lifts up the entire team.' Expect a rainy day with the possibility of thunderstorms. The temperature will hover in the low to mid-60s, day and evening, as the downpours continue. In effect until May 26 (Memorial Day). The latest Metro news An outside official will take charge of Rikers, a judge orders A federal judge seized control on Tuesday of the Rikers Island jails, which have been rife with violence and dysfunction. The judge, Laura Taylor Swain, ordered the appointment of an outside official 'empowered to take all actions necessary' to turn Rikers around. Shunning Mayor Eric Adams's efforts to retain control of the lockups, she said the new remediation manager would not be a city employee and would report directly to her. The city had managed to hold onto control of Rikers, struggling to show progress, as critics of the system called for a receiver to be put in charge. Conditions have not improved, according to lawyers in a class-action lawsuit and the federal monitor who has issued reports on conditions at Rikers regularly for nearly a decade. In November, the judge found the city in contempt for failing to stem violence and excessive force at the jail. Judge Swain's ruling was another blow for Adams, who is running for re-election as an independent after dropping out of the crowded Democratic field. He was indicted on federal corruption charges last year. But a judge dismissed the charges last month after the Justice Department said that going ahead with the case would keep the mayor from making good on his promise to cooperate with President Trump's crackdown on immigration. The Legal Aid Society and a private law firm representing people incarcerated at Rikers had asked Judge Swain to take away the city's control of Rikers and to install a receiver who would answer only to her. They said the receiver should have broad authority that would extend to staffing and the union contracts that drive it. The remediation manager will have 'broad powers' similar to those that the receiver sought by the plaintiffs would have had, the judge said. The city wanted the Correction Department commissioner, Lynelle Maginley-Liddie, to take on another title as 'compliance director' and to answer to the court on issues like safety and staffing shortages while answering to Adams on everything else. A New York Times investigation in 2021 found that guards were often stationed in inefficient ways that failed to protect detainees. In addition, an unlimited sick leave policy meant that the staff was often short-handed. Adams said on Tuesday that the 'problems at Rikers are decades in the making.' He blamed a law requiring Rikers to be shut down by 2027 for preventing upgrades to the complex. The city is not expected to meet that deadline. Sunshine Boy Dear Diary: It was spring 1975. I was 23 and had been in New York for less than six months. I was working as a secretary at Artkraft Strauss, and 'The Sunshine Boys' was filming around the corner. During one lunch hour, Walter Matthau appeared in a shabby overcoat. Gathering all of my courage, I asked him for an autograph. Almost smiling, he asked my name. I panicked. Should I ask for two autographs? Would that be too much? I decided not to risk it. 'Oh, it's not for me,' I said. 'It's for my mother, Ruth.' Giving his best scowl, he scribbled a line and stomped off. My mother still had that autograph when she died 13 years ago. I have it now. — Amanda Sherwin Illustrated by Agnes Lee. Send submissions here and read more Metropolitan Diary here. Glad we could get together here. See you tomorrow. — J.B. P.S. Here's today's Mini Crossword and Spelling Bee. You can find all our puzzles here. Stefano Montali and Ed Shanahan contributed to New York Today. You can reach the team at nytoday@ Sign up here to get this newsletter in your inbox.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Guthrie Launches Maternity Oasis Mobile (MOM) Unit
Guthrie Guthrie Please note a correction in the earlier news release. We do not provide contraception on the Maternity Oasis Mobile Unit. If you have indicated this in any of your coverage, we kindly ask that you remove it. BINGHAMTON, N.Y., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Guthrie Clinic is proud to unveil the Maternity Oasis Mobile (MOM) Unit. This doctor's office on wheels will bring compassionate and accessible maternity services to underserved rural communities in the Southern Tier and Central New York. The MOM Unit is the physical embodiment of the Guthrie Maternity Care Oasis Initiative which aims to support healthy pregnancies and reduce maternal health disparities by bringing prenatal, childbirth and postpartum care directly to rural residents. 'We pride ourselves on our ability to meet the challenges that exist within the rural health care space,' said Dr. Edmund Sabanegh, President and CEO, The Guthrie Clinic. 'We know there are mothers and families who would otherwise go without the care they need during this critical time in their life and the life of their baby. It is our mission to meet them where they're at.' Staffed with midwives, doulas, an LPN, a dietitian and other health care professionals, the MOM Unit will provide vital services including: Pregnancy confirmation Prenatal care Postpartum care Ultrasounds Fetal monitoring Annual exams Pelvic exams STD screening Nutrition counseling Breastfeeding support Latch assessment Mental health counseling Depression screening Referrals We seek to reduce premature birth rates in New York State and improve first-trimester prenatal care enrollment. This initiative will also provide educational workshops and resources to empower rural residents with knowledge about maternity and infant health. 'After 35 years and thousands of deliveries, it is just as rewarding now as it was then to help bring a child into this world,' said Dr. J. Manuel Arreguin, Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Guthrie Clinic. 'But not every mother has the same access to proper health care during the process. It is overwhelming to be part of this next stage of maternal care in our communities.' This program would not be possible without the generosity and compassion of the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. The MOM Unit is supported by a $3 million grant from Mother Cabrini. We are incredibly grateful for their kindness and confidence in our ability to deliver results toward our shared vision of safe, quality maternal care. "We are thrilled to support The Guthrie Clinic's Maternity Care Oasis Initiative, which brings essential prenatal, childbirth, and postpartum care directly to underserved rural communities,' said Nancy Gildersleeve, Senior Program Officer, Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. 'This mobile unit is a beacon of hope, ensuring healthier pregnancies and better outcomes for mothers and babies, aligning perfectly with our mission to eliminate barriers to care and improve health outcomes for all New Yorkers.' The Guthrie Maternity Care Oasis Initiative demonstrates Guthrie's commitment to improving health care access and outcomes for rural communities -- ensuring a brighter start for mothers and their babies. 'As Chair of the Senate Women's Issues Committee, the launch of Guthrie's Maternity Oasis Mobile Van is a transformative step toward reducing maternal health disparities in rural communities across the Southern Tier and Central New York,' said State Senator Lea Webb. 'By bringing comprehensive care—like ultrasounds, mental health counseling, and breastfeeding support—directly to those in need, this initiative ensures that high-quality maternal care is accessible to all women. I'm proud to support this effort to eliminate barriers and provide the compassionate, essential care that every mother deserves." The 39-foot-long MOM Unit, with two exam rooms and additional space, will serve multiple counties in Upstate New York. Its first stop is March 17 at the United Way of Broome County in Binghamton with additional visits planned for churches, libraries, American Legion Posts, fire departments and several other host sites in the coming days, weeks, months and years. Speakers at the event:Dr. Ed Sabanegh, President and CEO, The Guthrie ClinicDr. J. Manuel Arreguin, Physician, Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Guthrie ClinicCasmira Lee, Diabetes Educator, Maternity Oasis Mobile Unit Outreach CoordinatorTanisha Arroyo, Health Initiatives Manager, United Way of Broome CountyNancy Gildersleeve, Senior Program Officer, Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Feel free to use any or all footage linked footage of event: from event and MOM Unit: The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit multispecialty health system integrating clinical and hospital care along with research and education. Headquartered in Sayre, Pennsylvania, The Guthrie Clinic stands as one of the nation's longest established group practices, founded in 1910 by the visionary Dr. Donald Guthrie. The organization's patient-centered approach revolves around a clinically-integrated network of employed providers. Among The Guthrie Clinic's more than 9,000 caregivers are close to 1,000 highly skilled physicians and advanced practice providers representing the spectrum of medical specialties and sub-specialties. Situated across 10,000 square miles in northeastern Pennsylvania and upstate New York, The Guthrie Clinic's comprehensive six hospital campuses also encompass an expansive network of outpatient facilities across 13 counties. Post-acute care includes acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, personal care home, home care and hospice services, completing the continuum of care. With a commitment to shaping the future of health care, the organization offers 10 residencies and five fellowships, serving as a training ground for the next generation of leaders in the field. Visit us at Follow us at and Contact: Steve OsterhausTel. 607-428-5036 A PDF accompanying this announcement is available at: Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
13-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Guthrie offering mobile maternity services to women in need
CONKLIN, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Moms and moms to be can receive vital maternity services thanks to a new initiative from Guthrie. On Thursday, Guthrie launched its Maternity Oasis Mobile, or MOM, Unit. The doctor's office on wheels will provide women in undeserved rural communities around the Southern Tier with access to essential health care. It is staffed with midwives, nurses, dieticians, and other medical professionals. Services provided on the MOM Unit include prenatal and postpartum care, ultrasounds, exams, STD screening, mental health counseling, and more. United Way Health Initiatives Manager Tanisha Arroyo says accessible maternity services are much needed in Broome County. 'Having the mobile unit on the Northside of Binghamton at the Lee Barta Community Center will provide essential women's health services to residents that may not otherwise have access to those services. So, we are very excited to be a host site,' said Arroyo. The project was made possible by a $3 million grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. The MOM Unit is making its first stop on March 17 at the United Way of Broome County in Binghamton. Additional visits are planned across the Southern Tier in the upcoming weeks. Broome County Executive reflects on COVID-19 five years later Honor JR Gaudet with challenge coin Guthrie offering mobile maternity services to women in need SUNY Broome students offering affordable dental care Cortland man arrested after hitting a person with a sock filled with rocks Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
