UHS Announces $3.9 Million Grant To Boost Nursing Support

On Wednesday, May 14th, UHS representatives held a press conference in the Wilson Main Tower in Johnson City for a significant announcement related to nursing excellence, highlighting an advancement in support of nursing.

During the press conference, headed by UHS President and Chief Executive Officer John Carrigg, Kay Boland, UHS Sr VP/Chief Nursing Officer, and Chief Operating Officer, and a UHS Nurse, it was announced that UHS has been selected as a recipient of a transformative grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, as part of the Foundation’s new Nursing Initiative.

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According to the announcement, representatives revealed that UHS has received nearly $3.9 million in multi-year funding, which will help strengthen nursing excellence and support nurses at every stage of their careers.  UHS was selected from over 50 hospitals that applied for the grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation.

As we look to the future, we know that investing in our nurses means investing in our community’s health. This grant empowers us to support our nursing teams in new ways through innovation, education, and workplace culture, so they can continue delivering the compassionate, high-quality care our patients rely on. - John M. Carrigg, UHS President and Chief Executive Officer

UHS representatives noted that this grant will also support the expansion of the nursing residency program and enhance its virtual nursing capabilities.

According to the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, a total of 13 New York Hospitals received grants as part of the $51 million investment, including another Binghamton hospital - Guthrie/Lourdes Hospital. For more information, visit the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation website. 

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