The NIH Clinical Center achieves prestigious Magnet® with Distinction recognition!
“The Magnet with Distinction Recognition Program® celebrates hospitals and health care organizations that exceed the scoring thresholds required to attain Magnet® designation. Based on validated empirical data, Magnet with Distinction raises the bar to recognize top-tier organizations that have achieved a prestigious level of nursing excellence while addressing emerging challenges and changes in health care moving forward.”- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Read the news release.
Magnet® recognized organizations demonstrate excellence in nursing practice, high quality patient outcomes, and exceed robust benchmarks for the safety of patients. Nurses in Magnet® accredited organizations collaborate with interprofessional teams to create an environment of excellence, as well as strive to elevate their practice through evidence-based care, professional development, and leadership.
Magnet® recognition affirms the compassion, quality, and dedication that we strive to offer patients and families at the Clinical Center. We look forward to each step of our journey as we continue to serve our patients and the bio-medical research community.
Timeline to Magnet Accreditation
Contact:
Rachel Coumes, RN, MSN, NPD-BC
Magnet Program Manager, Clinical Center Nursing Department
rachel.coumes@nih.gov