The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes health care organizations for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovation in professional nursing practice. Magnet recognition is the highest possible organizational credential granted by the ANCC, the largest and most prominent nursing credentialing organization in the United States. Hospitals must excel in several areas, including nursing standards and practices, patient care, and innovations in nursing leadership and management to earn Magnet status.
Studies have demonstrated that Magnet-recognized hospitals typically provide a higher quality of patient care, including lower mortality rates and better patient satisfaction. Magnet hospitals also experience lower turnover and lower rates of burnout among nursing staff. The recognition is also directly linked to a hospital's ability to attract and retain qualified, highly educated nursing staff.
“Magnet redesignation is a testament to our collaborative culture – one that empowers our clinical teams to have a voice in the lifesaving work they perform each and every day,” said Jason Glover, CEO of Memorial Hermann-TMC Adult Services. “This achievement highlights the incredible competency of our workforce and demonstrates to our patients that we uphold our steadfast commitment to provide evidence-based and patient-centered health care.”
Before a hospital is selected for Magnet recognition, the ANCC completes a rigorous evaluation process that includes on-site visits, reviews of written documentation, staff and patient satisfaction surveys and interviews. Initial Magnet recognition is valid for four years and, during that time, hospitals and nursing staff are closely monitored, evaluated, and surveyed to ensure they remain in compliance with the program's high standards. At the end of the four-year period, hospitals must re-apply and again undergo the challenging evaluation process.
"I am incredibly proud to celebrate our hospital's third designation. This remarkable achievement reinforces our commitment to excellence in patient care, innovation, and teamwork,” said Leah Blackwell, Chief Nursing Officer of Memorial Hermann-TMC. “Thanks to the unwavering dedication and expertise of our nursing staff and health care professionals, we continually strive to elevate our standards. Together, we are making a profound impact on the health and well-being of our community."
Memorial Hermann-TMC is one of nine Magnet hospitals within Memorial Hermann Health System. The others include Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital, Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center.