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Magnet can be a lifesaver

Read first-hand account of how Magnet hospitals save lives.

RNs gain support

The Magnet culture dictates fitting education into nurses' routine.

Understand Magnet nursing

Interim director discusses past and future of the Magnet program.

The Magnet difference

Experts discuss some of the unique characteristics of Magnet hospitals.

Seeking Magnet: Pros and cons

A look at some of the benefits and costs of pursuing Magnet status.

Improve patient care

Research suggests Magnet status can improve patient outcomes.

Nurses battle Hurricane Harvey

Nurses at Magnet hospitals in Houston stepped up during crisis.

Find your Magnet hospital

A breakdown by state of all the Magnet hospitals in the U.S.

Magnet has global appeal

Hospitals in other countries are seeking Magnet recognition.

Frontline nurses take the lead

Nurses are taking on leadership roles as Magnet Champions.

RNs are at the helm

Transformational leadership plays big role in Magnet process.

Free CE: Novice to expert

Build your expertise by adding to your skills and experience.

Achieve accreditation

Key steps hospitals can take to help them in the Magnet process.

Lifelong learning in nursing

Magnet program places a strong emphasis on continuing education.

Continuing education catalog

A look at courses that can help nurses on the Magnet journey.

It takes a special leader

Find out how transformational leadership leads to satisfaction.

APRNs and Magnet nursing

Magnet status can elevate nurse educational standards.

Achieve nursing excellence

Read stories of recent Magnet Nurses of the Year winners.

What being Magnet means

Learn about the continuing journey of the nation's first Magnet hospital.

When you get the Magnet call

Read testimonial from CNO of one of the newest Magnet hospitals.

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Magnet is school friendly

Hospitals commit to education and to helping nurses continue to learn.

Pros and cons to seeking Magnet

Magnet designation is considered the gold standard for many U.S. hospitals, but it may not be for everyone.

Several studies have found Magnet recognition improves patient outcomes. The ANCC requires a certain percentage of nurse-sensitive quality outcomes, such as lower incidences of pressure injuries, to outperform national benchmarks.

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