Pursuing Magnet designation: Pros and cons
Magnet designation is considered the gold standard for many U.S. hospitals, but it’s not for everyone
By Debra Anscombe Wood, RN
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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.
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.
Free CE: From Novice to expert
Build your expertise by adding to your skills and experience.
Magnet can be a lifesaver
Read first-hand account of how Magnet hospitals saves lives.
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.
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.
APRNs and Magnet nursing
Magnet status can elevate nurse educational standards.
When you get the Magnet call
Read testimonial from CNO of one of the newest Magnet hospitals.
What being Magnet means
Learn about the continuing journey of the nation's first Magnet hospital.
Achieve nursing excellence
Read stories of recent Magnet Nurses of the Year winners.
It takes a special leader
Find out how transformational leadership leads to satisfaction.
RNs gain support
The Magnet culture dictates fitting education into nurses' routine.
IOM goals are top of mind
Magnet supports education targets for 2020.
RNs are at the helm
Transformational leadership plays big role in Magnet process.
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