TGH RECEIVES HIGHEST RECOGNITION FOR NURSING SERVICES - MAGNET AWARD
Tampa (June 17, 2005) - Tampa General Hospital is a recipient of the Magnet Award for
excellence in nursing – the highest recognition a hospital can receive
for nursing services.
The designation was awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center, (ANCC) a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association and the
largest and most prominent nurse credentialing organization in the
country. Tampa General will maintain that designation for four years.
The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations
that demonstrate excellence in nursing philosophy and practice,
adherence to national standards for improving patient care, leadership
and sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity. Tampa General
underwent a rigorous evaluation that included extensive interviews and
review of nursing services, clinical outcomes and patient care.
According to the ANCC, research shows:
Magnet-designated hospitals consistently outperform other
facilities in recruiting and retaining nurses, resulting in
increased stability in patient care and positive patient outcomes.
Since quality nursing is an important factor in enlisting high
caliber doctors and specialists, Magnet status becomes an attractive
force that extends to the entire facility.
Magnet hospitals have lower mortality rates and shorter length
of stays.
Healthcare consumers have more confidence in the overall quality
of a hospital if it has achieved the level of nursing standards
established by the Magnet Recognition Program.
“We are so proud to be recognized as an ANCC Magnet organization,”
said Leah Godfrey, Director of Nursing Operations at TGH. “This
designation honors the nursing staff of TGH, and all hospitals that meet
the nations highest standards. Thanks to all staff members, physicians,
community leaders and patients who supported our efforts to achieve this
recognition.”
