A designation granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to healthcare organizations that demonstrate excellence in nursing practice, workforce satisfaction, and patient outcomes. Magnet status indicates a commitment to nursing excellence and quality patient care.
The organization responsible for granting Magnet Hospital Status. ANCC is a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and focuses on credentialing programs for nurses and healthcare organizations.
Refers to the high standard of nursing practice characterized by clinical expertise, professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes and experiences.
The degree to which nurses and other healthcare staff feel fulfilled, engaged, and supported in their roles within the healthcare organization. High levels of workforce satisfaction are often indicative of a positive work environment and supportive leadership.
The results of healthcare interventions and services provided to patients. Positive patient outcomes include factors such as improved health, reduced complications, increased satisfaction with care, and enhanced quality of life.
The conduct, behavior, and attitudes expected of healthcare professionals, including nurses. Professionalism encompasses qualities such as integrity, respect, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
The proficiency, skill, and knowledge that nurses possess in providing direct patient care. Clinical expertise involves competency in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patient conditions, as well as critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
The ability to inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve common goals and objectives. In the context of Magnet Hospital Status, leadership extends to nurse leaders who promote excellence in nursing practice, education, research, and advocacy.
The delivery of healthcare services that are safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable. Quality patient care prioritizes the needs, preferences, and goals of patients while striving to achieve optimal outcomes and experiences.
The ongoing process of assessing, analyzing, and enhancing organizational performance, practices, and processes to achieve excellence in nursing and healthcare. Magnet hospitals demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement through evidence-based practices, innovation, and collaboration.