Christiana Care Health System earned re-designation as a Magnet organization for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Seven percent of the nation’s hospitals hold the Magnet designation. Christiana Care was first in Delaware to achieve Magnet status in 2010, and is now first in the state to attain re-designation.
“The achievement of Magnet re-designation is yet another indicator to the neighbors who daily put their trust in Christiana Care that Delaware’s leading health system is recognized nationally among the best for clinical excellence and adherence to national standards,” said Janice E. Nevin, CEO of Christiana Care. “Our talented, dedicated and highly accomplished nursing team is truly deserving of this designation, which recognizes the excellent work they do every day as they partner with physicians and staff — and with our patients and their families — to provide respectful, innovative and expert care in The Christiana Care Way.”
Research shows clear benefits to communities served by Magnet hospitals, including improved quality and safety of patient care, greater patient and family satisfaction, and the recruitment and retention of top nursing talent, a release stated. Magnet recognition is maintained for four years.
During that period, the ANCC monitors facilities to ensure that high standards of care are sustained.
“Magnet re-designation is a true team accomplishment for Christiana Care and a national recognition of the partnerships among nurses, physicians and the entire health care team on behalf of the neighbors we serve,” said Diane Talarek, senior vice president, Patient Care Services, and chief nursing officer. “This honor validates the tremendous professionalism demonstrated daily by Christiana Care’s nurses and provides independent evidence that we continue to raise the bar in nursing excellence for our community.”
Applicants undergo a rigorous evaluation that includes extensive documentation and a multi-day site visit by Magnet nurse appraisers to review nursing services. Re-designation requires a unanimous vote by the appraisers.
