{"id":2772,"date":"2025-02-02T19:00:05","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T00:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multi.nycnewsnetwork.com\/nycpolitics\/?p=2772"},"modified":"2025-02-02T19:00:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-03T00:00:37","slug":"city-council-member-rita-joseph-secures-475k-for-nyc-health-and-hosptials-mckinney","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/nycpolitics\/city-council-member-rita-joseph-secures-475k-for-nyc-health-and-hosptials-mckinney\/","title":{"rendered":"City Council Member Rita Joseph Secures $475K for NYC Health and Hosptials \/ Mckinney"},"content":{"rendered":"

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NYC Health + Hospitals\/McKinney is set to enhance resident safety and care, thanks to $475,000 in city funding secured by NYC Council Member Rita Joseph. This investment will upgrade security infrastructure and introduce telemetry remote monitoring for residents with cardiac conditions like congestive heart failure, improving oversight and reducing hospitalizations.<\/p>\n

Advancing Cardiac Care with Telemetry<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The new telemetry system will allow nurses to remotely track vital signs, including blood pressure, oxygen levels, respiration, and heart rhythms. This real-time monitoring ensures timely medical interventions, helping residents receive high-quality care without unnecessary hospital visits.<\/p>\n

Enhancing Security for Residents and Staff<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To strengthen safety, McKinney will implement advanced surveillance cameras around the perimeter and update access protocols. These upgrades will prevent unauthorized access and reduce risks such as resident elopement, reinforcing a secure environment for both residents and staff.<\/p>\n

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photo credit: NYC Health + Hosptials \/ McKinney<\/p><\/div>\n

Leadership Commends Impactful Investment<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u201cMcKinney is proud to be a top-ranked nursing home, and Council Member Rita Joseph recognizes its crucial role in Brooklyn\u2019s aging communities,\u201d said David Weinstein, CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals\/McKinney<\/strong>. \u201cThis investment in telemetry services and security improvements will significantly enhance resident care and safety.\u201d<\/p>\n

Council Member Rita Joseph emphasized<\/strong> the broader impact of the funding. \u201cInvesting in healthcare institutions strengthens our entire community. This $475,000 will expand life-saving telemetry services for residents with cardiac conditions while ensuring a safer environment for both residents and staff,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Innovating Care Through Technology<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u201cThis funding will truly improve our residents\u2019 lives,\u201d said McKinney Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lucan Rodrigues<\/strong>. \u201cBy leveraging technology, we can elevate patient care and recovery outcomes.\u201d<\/p>\n

Security improvements remain a key priority. \u201cMcKinney receives a high volume of visitors daily, increasing the need for security enhancements,\u201d said Hospital Police Captain Angel Melendez. \u201cWith Council Member Rita Joseph\u2019s support, we can continue prioritizing safety for all.\u201d<\/p>\n

A Data-Driven Approach to the Future<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u201cThe support from Council Member Rita Joseph highlights the importance of data-driven investments,\u201d said Ezra Bryan, Director of Capital Budget for NYC Health + Hospitals\/Post-Acute Care<\/strong>. \u201cModernizing security and implementing telemetry services not only addresses current needs but prepares McKinney for future healthcare challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n

With this strategic investment, McKinney continues its commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a safe and secure setting.<\/p>\n

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