Matteawan State Hospital Correction Officers' Observation Log

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
This series contains observations recorded by Matteawan State Hospital correctional officers (sometimes other hospital staff members) regarding inmate behavior. Entries record the date and time a particular action was observed; a brief description of the patient's actions; measures taken, if any, by the correctional officer; the patient's name and number; and the correction officer's signature. Records are restricted.
Title
Matteawan State Hospital correction officers' observation log
Quantity
0.2 cubic feet; (1 volume)
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
A1526
Creator
Arrangement

Chronological.

Scope and Content Note

This series contains notes made by Matteawan correctional officers (and occasionally other staff members) regarding the behavior of inmates.

The notes record the date and time a particular action was observed; a brief description of the patient's actions; measures taken, if any, by the correctional officer; the patient's name and number; and the correction officer's signature.

Access Restrictions

Restricted in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon application to and approval by the Office of Mental Health.

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