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Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation

Purpose

For more than 116 years, the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation has provided superior care, in a warm and supportive environment, within the New York Metropolitan Region. Parker’s roots date back to 1907, and since then, the Institute has expanded access to advanced health care and rehabilitation, with compassion and dedication. Parker continues to expand access to care and to add services that enhance the lives of older adults, whether they are patients or residents at the Institute’s expansive campus, or aging in place. Parker’s robust services include Short-Term Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, Community Health Services, and Parker at Your Door.... Read more

Vision

As New York’s population ages, an increasing number of older adults and their families will look to Parker for its comprehensive health care services. To meet that demand, Parker will further enhance its position as a trusted resource to the region. At the forefront of innovation in patient-centered health care and technology, Parker will strive to advance in its role as a leader in teaching and geriatric research. With Parker’s own medical team, the Institute will seek to build on its current, nationally renowned reputation as a skilled nursing facility. Parker, as a provider of community-based health care, encompassing Home Health Care, Medical House Calls, Palliative Care and Hospice, keeping in-tune with evolving needs. Parker’s Nerken Center for Research and Grants will grow in its role as a world citizen by providing unparalleled teaching and geriatric research, sharing innovations and best practices with the international medical community. Parker’s Therapeutic Recreation Department will further cultivate dynamic programming, that engages our patients and residents to achieve the best level of health possible. Parker will continue to house the Queens-Long Island Renal Institute, Inc., so patients get the very best and most convenience care, as led by an interdisciplinary team of experienced Nephrologists and Dialysis Registered Nurses, a Renal Social Worker and a Registered Renal Dietitian.... Read more

Mission

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation's mission is to provide, with compassion and dedication, superior quality health care and rehabilitation for adults. Through continual improvement of Parker's programs and services, it will be a leader in health care delivery and education.... Read more

Additional Culture Details

Parker’s first-of-its-kind Indian Cultural Unit delivers culturally relevant, specialized care for Indian patients in the region, so they remain connected to their traditional lifestyle, which is essential to their well-being. This dedicated Indian Cultural Unit provides specialized care for Indian patients. The unit is staffed by Indian physicians and nurses who are fluent in Indian languages that include Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi and Punjabi. There is Indian-inspired artwork and décor, activities and entertainment featuring TV, movies, newspapers, music, and religious services. Traditional Indian vegetarian cuisine is served daily.... Read more

Values

Professional Development
Parker’s robust mentorship program empowers team leaders to coach direct reports, creating a culture of care and respect. Team members regularly take part in professional development and earn recognition for their efforts. Parker’s team members know they are making a positive difference at the Institute. Integral to Parker’s values is a commitment to service in which team members take part in year-round education where they learn to exceed the expectations of the Institute’s patients, residents and their families, with a focus on delighting all with empathy, trust, reliability and other essential qualities.

Headquarters

New Hyde Park, NY

Employees

1,024 US Employees

Industry

Skilled Nursing Facilities

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