STATEWIDE TRANSFORMATION GRANTS ~ Statewide III and Statewide IV
STATEWIDE GRANTS
To enhance Resident safety and provide increased Resident Satisfaction, Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home has applied for Statewide Transformation Grants.
STATEWIDE III (Approved)
UPDATED FOOD PANTRIES ON EACH FLOOR
The dining experience will be enhanced as the traditional dining room will be transformed into a more state-of-the-art dining area where residents can enjoy their meals.
BMS SYSTEM UPGRADE
A Building Management System (BMS) is a computer-based system that monitors and controls the building's mechanical and electrical systems. Advantages include: Energy efficiency, monitor building systems in real-time and comfortable temperatures.
EMERGENCY OUTLETS IN EVERY RESIDENT ROOM
Easily identifiable Emergency red electrical outlets installed in every resident room connected to the backup generator operational during power outages or emergencies and ensuring that critical equipment remains operational.
SECURITY CAMERA UPGRADE
Upgraded camera system will allow better monitoring of areas throughout the building, increase Security, and prevent patient elopement.
RESIDENT SAFETY EQUIPMENT
High quality Vitals Cart, Touchless Forehead Scanner, Lifters with Scales, Defibrillators, Telemetry Monitor, Wheelchair scales to enhance resident care.
CALL BELL UPGRADE
An upgrade to the existing outdated Nurse Call Bell System will enhance communication between residents and the nursing home staff to strengthen the nursing home’s ability to address patient needs and concerns promptly and effectively.
PATIENT LOUNGE AREA FURNITURE
Residents will enjoy lounges furnished with carefully selected furniture that will provide them with a more home-like environment.
STATEWIDE IV (Submitted ~ awaiting approval)
PIPED IN WALL OXYGEN
Piped-in wall oxygen in every Resident Room will be readily available in emergencies and a continuous supply is assured.
WANDER GUARD RESIDENT SAFETY SYSTEM
Upgrade to current Resident Safety System. Designed to enhance safety of Residents.
AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOORS
Automatic Sliding Doors will be installed at Tunnel and in Garden Area for enhanced access control and allow Residents to independently access the outdoor Garden.
NEW FURNITURE FOR ALL RESIDENT ROOMS
Residents will enjoy their rooms furnished with carefully selected furniture that will provide them with a more home-like environment.
WOUND VAC MACHINES & MATTRESSES
Specialized wound vac machines and mattresses will aid in prevention and treatment of wounds.
OT KITCHEN UPGRADE
Transform current training kitchen into a more homelike environment to aid in training of residents to return home.
MEDICATION REFRIGERATORS
State of the art medication refrigerators with built in narcotic cabinets.
Thursday 23rd May 2024INFORMATIONAL MESSAGE
This is a message from Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home
Please be advised that effective, Monday, June 5, 2023, the wearing of masks, or use of source control will no longer be required while visiting our building.
However, you will be required to wear a mask when:
Number 1. You have a Respiratory infection or are ill and experiencing Symptoms such as cough or shortness of breath.
Number 2. You recently had close contact with someone with COVID infection. In this case visitors must wear a mask when visiting for the next 10 days after exposure.
Number 3. You are visiting a resident with respiratory illness or in an area of the building where COVID or other respiratory outbreak is experienced. Door signage will be posted on the resident's room to remind visitors to wear their MASK and or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) before entering.
Number 4. It is recommended by public health authorities.
In addition, if you are suspected or confirmed with COVID, please postpone in-person visitation until at least 10 days have passed since symptoms first appeared and at least 24 hours have passed since last fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and Symptoms such as cough, or shortness of breath have improved.
This information is posted throughout the building for your reference.
Our main goal continues to be keeping our Residents, Staff and Visitors safe.
Thank you for your cooperation. Enjoy your day!
Friday 21st July 2023RESIDENT CLOTHING AND PERSONAL PROPERTY
Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home strives to protect and preserve the personal property of each of our residents. We recommend all items be labeled or marked with resident’s name for easy identification.
It is very important that all clothing and other personal items be listed on the inventory check list. Please notify the Staff of any items brought into the facility and any items taken out of the facility so the inventory check list can be updated and items can be labeled by the facility.
If you have any questions, please call our Social Work Department at 718-206-5119.
Monday 30th January 2023
