New York Nursing Homes Top Newsweek 2027 Rankings
Three New York facilities earned first place in their size categories on Newsweek's America's Best Nursing Homes 2027 list.
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New York Nursing Job News
Coverage of nursing jobs in New York focuses on workforce shortages, compensation, staffing ratios and the pipeline of new nurses. This page reports on the policies and market pressures influencing the profession across the state.
Recent news
November 4, 2026
WMCHealth Gets $5M Grant for Healthcare TrainingA five-year state grant expands the Rising Senior Program into the TEACHERS program, adding several clinical training tracks.
November 4, 2026
Hospital Gets $224,000 Grant for EMS PlanningNorthern Dutchess Hospital will use state funds to plan an emergency transport program serving three counties.
November 3, 2026
New York Medicaid Rules Change in JanuaryFederal Medicaid eligibility changes, including new work requirements, take effect in January 2027 for New York's more than 6 million enrollees.
November 2, 2026
Nurses Association Endorses Hochul for ReelectionThe New York State Nurses Association backs the governor's reelection bid, citing her support for safety-net hospitals and health care funding.
October 30, 2026
Two New York Hospitals Named Among Nation's Most BeautifulSoliant Health ranked two state facilities in its annual list of the 20 most beautiful hospitals in the U.S.
October 28, 2026
Cornell Report Details New York Home Care PovertyA 2026 report reveals that a significant portion of New York home care aides live near the poverty line.
October 25, 2026
Newsday Endorses Kathy Hochul for GovernorThe editorial board cited Governor Hochul's record on state funding and energy projects in its recent endorsement.
October 21, 2026
New York Awards $32.5 Million for Healthcare TrainingThe state grants support training programs across 34 not-for-profit providers to bolster regional staffing.
October 14, 2026
Coalition Sought 15% Rate Increase for Health HomesNew York care management groups requested budget adjustments to address inflation impacting services for 188,000 patients.
October 13, 2026
Theresa Glessner Received Finger Lakes Leadership AwardThe New York Organization for Nursing Leadership recognized the Rochester Regional Health officer for her work.
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New York reporting spans legislative changes to staffing ratios, competitive pay adjustments, travel nursing demand and enrollment at nursing schools. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties where access to care depends on workforce stability. State staffing legislation often creates a direct tension with the operational budgets of medical facilities. Ongoing shifts in nurse retention and recruitment cycles provide a persistent narrative throughout the year.