Congratulations to the MediSys Health Network’s Safety Excellence in Infection Prevention (SEIP) award winners.

The SEIP award recognizes employees who contribute to the success of infection control initiatives.

The criteria for the award are:

S: Surpasses above and beyond expected job responsibilities related to infection control.

E: Enforce actions that support best practices in infection prevention.

I: I do the right thing, even when no one is looking.

P: Performs awesome acts of safety related to infection prevention.

We thank the following team members for leading by example and doing their part to reduce the risk of infection transmission:

1. Sajith Panakal, PT – Jamaica Hospital

2. Pedro Degante, Dennis Multari, Kayon Glave, Printing & Mail Services – Flushing Hospital

The MediSys Health Network cultivates a culture of safety by prioritizing infection control and prevention. All employees play a crucial role in preventing the spread of infections, and their contributions to safety are highly valued.

Congratulations to the MediSys Health Network’s Safety Excellence in Infection Prevention (SEIP) award winners.

The SEIP award recognizes employees who contribute to the success of infection control initiatives.

The criteria for the award are:

S: Surpasses above and beyond expected job responsibilities related to infection control.

E: Enforce actions that support best practices in infection prevention.

I: I do the right thing, even when no one is looking.

P: Performs awesome acts of safety related to infection prevention.

We thank the following team members for leading by example and doing their part to reduce the risk of infection transmission:

1. Rowell Ong, Assistant Head Nurse – Jamaica Hospital

2. Vivianne Beltrand, Language Assistance Program Coordinator- Flushing Hospital

The MediSys Health Network cultivates a culture of safety by prioritizing infection control and prevention. All employees play a crucial role in preventing the spread of infections, and their contributions to safety are highly valued.

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center has been named as one of New York State’s 2025 Top Mental Health Care Providers by City & State New York magazine.

According to City & State New York, its list of Top Mental Health Care Providers features dozens of elite healthcare organizations that offer innovative programs and standout services to help New Yorkers thrive and successfully face challenges to their mental health.

Being named as one of New York State’s top mental health care providers highlights Jamaica Hospital’s Department of Psychiatry’s commitment to meeting the mental health needs of the community it serves.

Jamaica Hospital’s Department of Psychiatry provides comprehensive mental health care for the most culturally and ethnically diverse community in the United States, including a Comprehensive Psychiatry Emergency Program with about 6,000 annual visits, two inpatient units with over 1,800 admissions annually, and New York City’s only 24/7 mobile crisis team responding within two hours. At our sister institution, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, we complement these services with our complete substance use disorder and chemical dependency program.

Additionally, the department offers integrated outpatient care through about 42,000 annual visits and specialized programs in psycho-oncology, obesity care, and perinatal health.

Jamaica Hospital is proud to be recognized for its high-quality mental healthcare and as a Top Mental Health Care Provider among New York’s distinguished healthcare organizations. “This recognition honors our commitment to a simple but powerful idea: exceptional mental health care must be accessible, culturally attuned, and integrated with overall health. We are proud to serve as a beacon of hope and healing for the resilient and diverse community we call home,” stated Dr. Daniel Chen, Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry and Addiction Services at Jamaica Hospital.

Good Catch awardees receive recognition and a certificate of excellence for their efforts in preventing accidents. These actions may include keeping our facilities safe, correcting a medication order, preventing a patient from falling, or reporting a significant change in a patient’s status.

Please join us in congratulating the following employees on their Good Catch:

1. Teyanah Cleve, RN – Jamaica Hospital
2. Geniva Pierrot, RN – Jamaica Hospital
3. Chinonyelum Obodo, RN -Jamaica Hospital
4. Amber Miles, RN – Jamaica Hospital
5. Vanessa Rivera, ACR – Jamaica Hospital
6. Zhihe Zhou, RN – Flushing Hospital

By identifying problems before they became patient-safety issues, our awardees have helped our hospitals provide excellent patient care. We thank them for being exemplary team members and contributing to our goal of being a high-reliability network.

The CARE Award program recognizes employees who receive positive written remarks from patients or their families for providing high-quality and compassionate care.

The criteria for the award are:

C: Compassion- Through listening, identifying patient vulnerabilities, and conveying empathy.

A: Advocacy- Ensuring quality care is given and the safety of the patients and environment is maintained.

R: Respect-Greeting or speaking to others in a kind and respectful way.

E: Engagement- Making individuals feel valued, important, and recognized.

Please join us in congratulating:

1. Isolyn Wilson, RN – Jamaica Hospital

2. Daniel Persaud, RN – Jamaica Hospital

3 . Emily Fricano, RN-  Flushing Hospital

4. Azizi Thompson – Flushing Hospital

We thank our employees for their contributions to making our hospitals high-reliability facilities that focus on patient-centered care.

The CARE Award program recognizes employees who receive positive written remarks from patients or their families for providing high-quality and compassionate care.

The criteria for the award are:

C: Compassion- Through listening, identifying patient vulnerabilities, and conveying empathy.

A: Advocacy- Ensuring quality care is given and the safety of the patients and environment is maintained.

R: Respect-Greeting or speaking to others in a kind and respectful way.

E: Engagement- Making individuals feel valued, important, and recognized.

Please join us in congratulating:

1. Rachel McCanis- Jamaica Hospital

2. Dr.Rafia Jawed – Jamaica Hospital

3 . Yesenia Rivas, RN-  Jamaica Hospital

4. Katrina Bencio, RN – Jamaica  Hospital

5. Francesca Oriol, RN – Jamaica Hospital

6. Britney Watson, RN – Jamaica Hospital

7. Ana Petrakis RN- Flushing Hospital

8. James Reichert, PA – Flushing Hospital

9. Maritza Guerrero CNA -Flushing Hospital

10. Matilde Salazar LMHC – Flushing Hospital 

11. Irawatie Tjie CNM- Flushing Hospital

We thank our employees for their contributions to making our hospitals high-reliability facilities that focus on patient-centered care.  

Congratulations to the MediSys Health Network’s Safety Excellence in Infection Prevention (SEIP) award winners.

The SEIP award recognizes employees who contribute to the success of infection control initiatives.

The criteria for the award are:

S: Surpasses above and beyond expected job responsibilities related to infection control.

E: Enforce actions that support best practices in infection prevention.

I: I do the right thing, even when no one is looking.

P: Performs awesome acts of safety related to infection prevention.

We thank the following team members for leading by example and doing their part to reduce the risk of infection transmission:

1. Cici Donna Real – Jamaica Hospital

2. Jessica Alvarez, RN- Flushing Hospital

The MediSys Health Network cultivates a culture of safety by prioritizing infection control and prevention. All employees play a crucial role in preventing the spread of infections, and their contributions to safety are highly valued.

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center proudly announced that it has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare for 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognize America’s Greatest Workplaces through a comprehensive assessment involving employee interviews, publicly accessible data, and an analysis of over 120 key performance indicators. The study incorporated over 400,000 employee interviews in the U.S. and collected over 4.9 million comprehensive company reviews.

Organizations reviewed by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group were scored and weighted based on the following categories: Belonging & Community, Sustainability and Awareness, Working environment, Work-life balance, Corporate Culture, Job Security, and Mental Well-being.

Jamaica Hospital was awarded high scores across these categories and more, reflecting its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, supporting employees, and promoting a mission-driven culture that values the community it serves.

“In the healthcare industry especially, organizations that invest in employee well-being are better positioned to meet the needs of their communities,” Jennifer H. Cunningham, Editor-in-Chief of Newsweek, said. “This year’s honorees represent workplaces where employees feel supported, heard and valued.”

Jamaica Hospital currently employs over 3,000 clinical and non-clinical healthcare workers. The hospital places a high priority on employee well-being and has introduced several initiatives and resources to support mental health.

The culture at Jamaica Hospital is centered around social responsibility: contributing to the growth and wellness of its community.  The hospital fosters this through community outreach and engagement. Employees are encouraged to donate their time or resources to important causes and charitable initiatives that benefit the community. Recently, Jamaica Hospital received an “A” rating from the Lown Institute, an organization that evaluates 3,500 hospitals nationwide across the categories of community benefit, health equity, and value of care. Jamaica Hospital’s excellent performance on the Lown Institute Index highlights its role as a vital community partner.

Jamaica Hospital is proud to be recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2025. The hospital appreciates the hard work and dedication of all its employees and is committed to creating a positive workplace environment. Recognizing that employees are the heart of its organization, Jamaica Hospital understands the significance of valuing and supporting them. A great workplace not only benefits staff but also enhances their ability to serve the Queens community effectively.

Good Catch awardees receive recognition and a certificate of excellence for their efforts in preventing accidents. These actions may include keeping our facilities safe, correcting a medication order, preventing a patient from falling, or reporting a significant change in a patient’s status.

Please join us in congratulating the following employees on their Good Catch:

1. Abigail Izrailova L&D Nurse- Jamaica Hospital
2. Jean Pierre MH 3 PCA – Jamaica Hospital
3. Sabrina Foo Security -Jamaica Hospital
4. Tshering Lama L&D Nurse – Jamaica Hospital

By identifying problems before they became patient-safety issues, our awardees have helped our hospitals provide excellent patient care. We thank them for being exemplary team members and contributing to our goal of being a high-reliability network.

The CARE Award program recognizes employees who receive positive written remarks from patients or their families for providing high-quality and compassionate care.

The criteria for the award are:

C: Compassion- Through listening, identifying patient vulnerabilities, and conveying empathy.

A: Advocacy- Ensuring quality care is given and the safety of the patients and environment is maintained.

R: Respect-Greeting or speaking to others in a kind and respectful way.

E: Engagement- Making individuals feel valued, important, and recognized.

Please join us in congratulating:

1. Franz, San Juan RN- Jamaica Hospital

2. Ann Lal – Jamaica Hospital

3 . Dr.Khristina Kopchuk-  Jamaica Hospital

4. John Rudden – Jamaica  Hospital

5. Department of Medicine – Flushing Hospital

6. Department of Social Work – Flushing Hospital

7. 2 North 1- Flushing Hospital

We thank our employees for their contributions to making our hospitals high-reliability facilities that focus on patient-centered care.