Nathan Littauer Nursing Home Recognized Among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care in New York Posted on November 13, 2025 by Dakota PikeLong-Term Care in New YorkGloversville, NY — Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care in New York for 2026, earning an overall 4 out of 5 rating and a High-Performing designation in Long-Term Care. This recognition places Nathan Littauer Nursing Home among an elite group of facilities nationwide that demonstrate exceptional care and commitment to their residents’ well-being.“Nathan Littauer’s team takes tremendous pride in providing compassionate, high-quality care for our residents,” said Sean Fadale, FACHE, President and CEO of Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire care team, who work each day to ensure our residents feel cared for, respected, and supported in every aspect of their health.”Nathan Littauer Nursing Home, located in Gloversville, New York, is a nonprofit Sub-Acute Care and Extended Care Facility with 84 beds and serves the region’s senior and rehabilitation populations. Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home is Medicare and Medicaid certified and offers both long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services, supported and led by a Resident Council that helps guide person-centered care.According to U.S. News & World Report, the 2026 rankings evaluated nearly 15,000 nursing homes across the country. Ratings were determined based on metrics such as staffing levels, patient outcomes, and health and safety inspections to help families make informed decisions when selecting long-term care providers.“We’re proud to be recognized as a trusted choice for long-term care,” said Aimee Rathka, MSHSA, LNHA, Nursing Home Administrator of Nathan Littauer Nursing Home. “Our staff’s compassion, professionalism, and teamwork create a warm, healing environment that truly sets Littauer apart.”About Nathan LittauerNathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74-bed acute care hospital with an 84-bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org or calling (518) 725-8621
Nathan Littauer Nursing Home Administrator to be Honored with a McKnight’s Women of Distinction Award! Posted on March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 by Dakota PikeGLOVERSVILLE, NY — Aimee Rathka, MSHSA, LNHA, Nursing Home Administrator of Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home Gloversville, NY has been inducted into the Hall of Honor in the McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards, a joint program of McKnight’s Long-Term Care News, McKnight’s Senior Living and McKnight’s Home Care.Aimee Rathka, MSHSA, LNHA, Nathan Littauer Nursing Home Administrator“I am deeply honored and humbled to be inducted into the McKnight’s Women of Distinction Hall of Honor class of 2025,” said Rathka. “This recognition is a reflection of not just my efforts, but the dedication and compassion of the incredible and dedicated members of the long-term care industry. Every day, we are reminded that true distinction lies in the care, respect, and dignity we offer to those we serve. I hope recognition such as this helps to inspire the next generation of LTC leaders.”The program, in its seventh year, recognizes women who have made a significant impact on their organization or in the industry. Hall of Honor inductees are senior-level professionals in the C-suite or at a level equivalent to vice president or higher. Other honorees working directly for long-term care providers also will be recognized in the following categories: Veteran VIP, Rising Star and Spirit Award. Additionally, the Commercial Excellence Award will recognize women working at vendor companies that provide products or services to senior living, skilled nursing or home care providers.Nominations were judged by an external panel of industry experts. All winners will be honored at the McKnight in-person celebration on May 13 in Chicago.“Aimee’s passion for improving the quality of care for our Nursing Home residents is evident in every decision she makes,” said Nathan Littauer President and CEO Sean Fadale, FACHE. “Her induction into the McKnight’s Hall of Honor proves her dedication to our organization, our employees, and our residents, and we are incredibly proud of all she has accomplished. It’s an honor to work alongside her as we continue to raise the bar for exceptional long-term care to our residents.”McKnight’s is the oldest, most trusted independent source for professional news, information, analysis and perspective in the skilled nursing, senior living and home care fields. To see the full list of inductees, and for more information about the program and to register for the events, visit www.mcknightswomenofdistinction.com.About Nathan LittauerNathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74-bed acute care hospital with an 84-bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org (518) 725-8621
Littauer Welcomes Emily Wright Posted on July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 by Dakota Pike Meet Littauer's New Senior Director of Provider PracticesEmily Wright, RN, BSN, MS, MBANathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home is thrilled to announce the appointment of Emily Wright, RN, BSN, MS, MBA, as their new Senior Director of Provider Practices. Emily brings a wealth of experience, exceptional nursing leadership skills, and a profound commitment to patient care and medical staff support to her new role. Welcome Emily!Emily’s academic credentials are impressive and diverse. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business from SUNY Geneseo in 2008, followed by an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Rochester School of Nursing in 2011. She continued her education at the University of Rochester, achieving a dual degree in Master’s of Science in Nursing and an MBA in 2013.Emily chose Nathan Littauer for its unique environment and commitment to personalized care. “There is a lot of uniqueness about Nathan Littauer,” she noted. “I’ve worked with larger institutions, but here, I feel privileged to directly impact patient care outcomes. The personal touch in care can mean the world to patients. When I stepped in the door, I felt like I belonged. There is a real capability for inclusiveness here—not just the idea of teamwork, but the actuality of it. Larger healthcare networks can feel impersonal and overwhelming, but here at Littauer – it feels like home.”Throughout her career, Emily has garnered experience in various healthcare settings. She most recently worked with Honest Medical Group, a joint venture start-up partnered with Community Care Physicians, focusing on value-based care for Medicare recipients. Prior to that, she served at Albany Medical Health System as the Director of Nursing of Faculty Practices and Director of Operations of Emergency Services. Her tenure at Malta Med Emergent Care (MMEC) as the Site Administrator saw her overseeing urgent care volumes, a full-service laboratory, and a comprehensive suite of radiology services. Emily also served as a Practice Nurse with the University of Rochester in the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, honing her hands-on patient care expertise.Emily is dedicated to enhancing the patient experience at Nathan Littauer. She aims to provide greater access to Littauer’s network of providers while maintaining and improving the quality of its services. Emily believes in fostering coordinated care within the network, ensuring efficient and complete patient-focused care. “One of the reasons I became a nurse was to become a leader,” Emily shared. “You see many great nurses who excel in patient care and bedside manner, but I wanted to be a trailblazer in understanding and leading the business behind the care. I strive to give our staff the knowledge and support they need to succeed and break down barriers.”Emily is eager to connect with the Nathan Littauer team and the communities we serve. She emphasizes her commitment to working closely with the Littauer team to achieve the best patient outcomes. “Together, we can get the boat rowing in the same direction,” she said. Under Emily’s leadership, we have a great opportunity to increase access and improve the quality of the care we provide. There was a highly competitive interview process to fill this role, and Emily stood out because of her experience, her clinical background, and her understanding of how to position our providers for success in the future. In her short time at Nathan Littauer, Emily is already making positive changes and fitting in well. Sean Fadale, FACHEChief Executive Officer of Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing HomeLearn More Career Opportunities with Littauer Careers with Nathan Littauer
Nathan Littauer Receives ISO 9001 Certification Posted on June 13, 2024June 13, 2024 by Dakota PikeGLOVERSVILLE, NY – Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home has been awarded by DNV full certification to the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, for the scope of acute care hospital provider of medical and surgical inpatient and outpatient services. The certification encompasses not only the hospital, but also Nathan Littauer’s eleven primary and specialty care centers. Initially certified in early January of 2019, Nathan Littauer has now received full certification valid from May 10th, 2024, to January 18th, 2027.Nathan Littauer’s ISO 9001 Certification from DNV.According to DNV’s website, ISO 9001 Certification of Quality Management System(s) demonstrates an organization’s commitment to consistency, continual improvement, and customer satisfaction.“Nathan Littauer is dedicated to providing the safest and most effective healthcare services possible,” says Nathan Littauer Hospital President and CEO Sean Fadale, FACHE. “ISO 9001 certification not only reflects our resolve but helps to empower it. ISO 9001 Certification is suited to the complex, people-intensive challenges of running a healthcare organization, and our certification helps prove our commitment to quality healthcare services.”ISO 9001 is the most widely accepted quality management system in use around the world and is quickly gaining acceptance among US healthcare providers as a foundation for their quality and patient safety programs.“Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home has worked hard to achieve this certification, and they have done so with unwavering commitment from their top leadership to make their hospital the best it can be,” says Kelly Proctor, President of DNV Healthcare USA Inc. “ISO 9001 certification isn’t just an award or trophy for something you’ve done, it’s public evidence that you are at the top of your game with an obvious plan in place to make excellence an everyday objective.”“ISO 9001 Certification helps staff create clear and consistent processes of patient care and ensure that progress is constantly being made toward specific quality objectives,” adds Nathan Littauer Director of Performance Improvement Christine Waghorn. “Externally, it tells the public, as well as insurers and regulatory agencies, that the hospital is not only talking about quality, but is pursuing it with discipline and transparency.”XXX About Nathan LittauerNathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74-bed acute care hospital with an 84-bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
Alisha Peters, RN, Award First DAISY Award at NLH Posted on May 17, 2024May 17, 2024 by Dakota PikeGLOVERSVILLE, NY — Strapped with a yellow facemask, nurse Alisha Peters had finished hooking an IV into a patient when two staff members told her to step outside the hospital room.A group of cheerful employees surrounded the hallway. Her husband was there. Her parents were there. Her two tawny-haired daughters were there. DAISY Award Honoree Alisha Peters, RN, (centered) with her two daughters, her husband, and Nathan Littauer’s Senior Nursing Director Jennifer Elmendorf, MSN, RN, CLNC (right).“Mommy!” one daughter shouted. To a round of applause, Peters was bestowed the DAISY Award for Nursing Excellence. Among 120 nurses across the rural health care network, she’s the first staffer at the Gloversville hospital to receive the accolade.Read the full article on the Daily Gazette’s website.
