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This resolution honors Joan Cusack-McGuirk for receiving the 25th Ottaway Medal for her service to Orange County.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of long-term leadership in healthcare. Joan Cusack-McGuirk’s nearly 40-year career, especially her work steering St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital through major healthcare changes, showcases the impact of stable, visionary leadership on local health systems.
Underscores the value of multidisciplinary and community-focused healthcare solutions. Her development of the Care Transition Program demonstrates how innovative, patient-centered approaches can improve both quality and cost-effectiveness in medical care, which is relevant for anyone interested in healthcare reform.
Recognizes broad civic engagement beyond healthcare. Cusack-McGuirk’s involvement with organizations ranging from Safe Homes of Orange County to local business and civic groups shows how healthcare leaders can influence community well-being on multiple fronts, not just inside hospitals.
Serves as a model for professional excellence and public service. By honoring her achievements and commitment to high professional standards, the resolution promotes these values for other professionals and highlights the positive effects they can have on their communities.
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Honor Joan Cusack-McGuirk
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Senator · Senate District 39
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History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 1289 BY: Senator SKOUFIS HONORING Joan Cusack-McGuirk upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 25th Ottaway Medal by the Orange County Citizens Foundation on
May 9, 2019 WHEREAS, New York is the Empire State because of the wonderful service residents perform for their communities; and WHEREAS, It is appropriate and inspiring to acknowledge the achievements of individuals who contribute to the vitality of their communities and the State of New York; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Joan Cusack-McGuirk upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 25th Ottaway Medal by the Orange County Citizens Foundation on May 9,
2019; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk is receiving this esteemed medal for her many contributions to the health, well-being and quality of life in Orange County and the Hudson Valley; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk is a highly respected leader in… Show allHide
2019; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk is receiving this esteemed medal for her many contributions to the health, well-being and quality of life in Orange County and the Hudson Valley; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk is a highly respected leader in healthcare and has served nearly four decades in the field; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk graduated from St. Vincent's Hospital School of Nursing and Medical Center in New York City; she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from SUNY New Paltz and a Master's degree from New York University; she is also a graduate of the Johnson & Johnson Wharton Fellows Program; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk grew up in Lindenhurst on Long Island and began her career in health care as a registered nurse at St. Vincent's Hospital in Manhattan; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk has served more than 30 years at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, which has campuses in both Newburgh and Cornwall; and WHEREAS, In 2016, Joan Cusack-McGuirk was appointed Chief Executive Officer and President of the hospital, now known as Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital; previously, she had been the hospital's Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk has led the hospital through significant challenges to keep pace with the changing healthcare delivery system; and WHEREAS, In addition, Joan Cusack-McGuirk developed the hospital's Care Transition Program, a multidisciplinary model of care to provide cost-effective, quality care in and out of the hospital; and WHEREAS, Joan Cusack-McGuirk also served as President of the New York Organization of Nurse Executives; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary woman has contributed her energy and expertise to many community organizations including: Safe Homes of Orange County, the SUNY Orange Bridges Program, Newburgh Armory Unity Center, Rotary Club of Greater Newburgh, the Orange County Chamber of Commerce and Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Joan Cusack-McGuirk upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 25th Ottaway Medal by the Orange County Citizens Foundation on May 9, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Joan Cusack-McGuirk.
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