El Centro Estadounidense de Acreditación de Enfermeras (ANCC, por sus siglas en inglés) reconoció al St. George Regional Hospital de Intermountain Health como institución Magnet, el más alto honor en excelencia en enfermería como reconocimiento por su destacada seguridad e innovadora atención para pacientes.

El Programa de Reconocimiento Magnet nombra a organizaciones de todo el mundo en las que los líderes de enfermería alinean de manera exitosa las metas estratégicas de enfermería para mejorar los resultados de los pacientes de la organización.

Las instalaciones Magnet cumplen rigurosos estándares de excelencia en enfermería y se las reconoce por tener las tasas más bajas de mortalidad, las estadías más cortas y una mayor satisfacción de los pacientes y del personal. Se reconoció al St. George Regional Hospital por el alto nivel de compromiso del personal de enfermería y las puntuaciones de calidad en la atención de los pacientes internados.

“Obtener el estado Magnet requiere visión y dedicación”, afirmó Natlie Ashby, presidenta del St. George Regional Hospital.  “Estoy encantada de que nuestro personal de enfermería del St. George Regional Hospital haya obtenido este prestigioso nombramiento. Su arduo trabajo y compasión son realmente admirables y estoy extremadamente agradecida por la atención excepcional que brindan a nuestra comunidad todos los días”.

El estado Magnet es importante tanto para los cuidadores como para el personal de enfermería. El reconocimiento Magnet significa capacitación y desarrollo en todas las etapas de la carrera profesional, lo que deriva en una mayor autonomía en la atención al paciente. Para los pacientes, significa la garantía de recibir la mejor atención, que el personal de enfermería presta gracias al apoyo necesario para brindar lo mejor.

“Estamos muy orgullosos de que el St. George Regional Hospital haya obtenido el nombramiento Magnet, un honor que refleja los más altos estándares de excelencia clínica, compromiso de los cuidadores y atención compasiva”, indicó Mandy Richards, doctora en enfermería (DNP, por sus siglas en inglés), enfermera registrada (RN, por sus siglas en inglés), directora ejecutiva de enfermería de Intermountain Health. “Este reconocimiento importante es una prueba del estupendo trabajo que nuestro personal de enfermería realiza todos los días para cuidar a nuestros pacientes y comunidades. Estamos sumamente agradecidos por la dedicación, la habilidad y los resultados excepcionales que ayudan a conseguir”.

Aproximadamente el 10 % de los hospitales de todo el país logran alcanzar este nombramiento. Este es el tercer hospital de Utah en recibir el estado Magnet, el segundo hospital de Intermountain después del Primary Children’s Hospital de Intermountain Health y el séptimo hospital de Intermountain en total.

“El reconocimiento Magnet refleja los estándares y las prácticas excepcionales que mantiene nuestro equipo de enfermería”, afirmó Reuben Evans, director de enfermería del St. George Regional Hospital. “Es motivo de orgullo para nosotros, ya que destaca la atención compasiva e innovadora que presta nuestro personal de enfermería todos los días. Además, es un honor formar parte de este distinguido grupo de proveedores de atención médica”.

La Academia Estadounidense de Enfermería (American Academy of Nursing) desarrolló el Programa de Reconocimiento Magnet para destacar a los hospitales que fueron capaces de atraer y retener a los mejores profesionales de enfermería.

Las instituciones Magnet demuestran excelencia en cinco áreas:

• Liderazgo transformador
• Empoderamiento estructural
• Práctica profesional ejemplar
• Nuevos conocimientos, innovaciones y mejoras
• Resultados empíricos

En el informe del ANCC se señaló que los cuidadores del St. George Regional Hospital obtuvieron resultados superiores en distintas áreas, incluida la baja incidencia de infecciones de las vías urinarias, infecciones del torrente sanguíneo y errores quirúrgicos, entre otras.

Puede obtener más información sobre el St. George Regional Hospital en intermountainhealth.org. 

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Intermountain Health St. George Regional Hospital has been recognized as a Magnet Facility^® by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) – the highest honor internationally for nursing excellence and recognition of its outstanding safety and innovative care for patients.

The Magnet Recognition Program designates organizations worldwide where nursing leaders successfully align their nursing strategic goals to improve the organization’s patient outcomes. This also includes interprofessional teams, as well.

Magnet facilities meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence and are recognized because they have lower mortality rates, shorter lengths of stay, and increased patient and staff satisfaction. 

Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital was also recognized for having high nurse engagement and inpatient quality scores.

"Achieving Magnet Designation requires vision and dedication,” said Natalie Ashby, president of Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital.  “I am thrilled our nurses at St. George Regional Hospital have earned this prestigious designation. Their hard work and compassion are truly commendable, and I am profoundly grateful for the exceptional care they provide to our community every day."

The Magnet designation is important for the caregivers as for nurses. Magnet Recognition means education and development through every career stage, which leads to greater autonomy at the bedside. To patients, it means the assurance of the very best care, delivered by nurses who are supported to be the very best that they can be.

“We are incredibly proud that Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital has earned Magnet Designation – an honor that reflects the highest standards of clinical excellence, caregiver engagement, and compassionate care,” said Mandy Richards, DNP, RN, chief nursing executive for Intermountain Health. “This important recognition is a testament to the extraordinary work our nurses do every day to care for our patients and communities. We are deeply grateful for their dedication, skill, and the exceptional outcomes they help make possible.”

Approximately 10 percent of the hospitals globally achieve the designation. This is the third hospital in Utah to receive Magnet Designation, the second Intermountain hospital after Intermountain Health Primary Children’s Hospital, and the seventh overall Intermountain Hospital.

"Magnet Recognition reflects the exceptional standards and practices upheld by our nursing team,” said Reuben Evans, chief nursing officer for Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital. “It is a proud moment for us, as it highlights the compassionate and innovative care our nurses deliver every day. We are honored to be part of this distinguished group of healthcare providers."

The Magnet Recognition Program^® was developed by the American Academy of Nursing to highlight hospitals that could attract and retain top nursing professionals.

Magnet facilities demonstrate excellence in five areas:

• Transformational Leadership
• Structural Empowerment
• Exemplary Professional Practice
• New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements
• Empirical Outcomes

The ANCC report noted that St. George Regional Hospital’s caregivers outperformed in several areas, including low urinary tract infections, blood stream infections, low surgical errors, among others.

Learn more about Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital at intermountainhealth.org. 

This week is National Nurses Week in America, an annual celebration to honor the vital role of nurses in health care. It began on May 6, known as National Nurses Day, and ends on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.  

Intermountain Health is celebrating its 18,000 nurses this week with the theme: “Leading with Heart. Practicing with Care.” Intermountain nurses are being honored for embodying the spirit of compassion and care in every healthcare setting. 

“This theme honors nurses and what they do each day. They lead with their hearts as they show compassion for patients. At the same time, they provide the best clinical care,” said Sue Robel, RN, a registered nurse and president of Intermountain Health’s Utah/Idaho region. 

In today's healthcare environment, nursing is a cornerstone of patient care and healthcare delivery. Nurses play a multifaceted role that includes not only direct patient care but also advocacy, education, and coordination of healthcare services.  

With an aging population, the rise of chronic disease and evolving healthcare technologies, the demand for skilled nurses has never been greater.  

“Nurses are there for our patients during times of joy and in times of sorrow,” said Amy Christensen, RN, Intermountain Health’s regional chief nursing officer. “No matter the circumstances, they care for patients with compassion and advocate for them.”

“They provide compassionate support and holistic care to patients and their families, while also serving as liaisons between patients and other healthcare professionals,” added Christensen. “Their expertise in assessment, critical thinking and evidence-based practice ensures patients receive high-quality, safe and personalized care.” 

Nursing isn’t just a profession, but a vital force driving the delivery of efficient, effective, and patient-centered care in today's complex healthcare environment. 

Nurses are also increasingly taking on leadership roles, driving innovation, quality improvement initiatives and healthcare policy changes to address emerging healthcare challenges. 

Not only does a career in nursing provide many ways to make a difference, but one of the benefits of a nursing career at Intermountain is the flexibility that it offers.  

Nurses can choose from a variety of work settings, schedules, and roles to suit their preferences and career goals. 

They can work in various settings such as hospitals, clinics, schools, and community centers, allowing them to explore diverse specialties and find the niche that best aligns with their passions and skills.  

This flexibility extends to scheduling options as well, with opportunities for part-time, full-time, and even travel nursing roles. This flexibility allows them to balance their work with other areas of their lives, such as family responsibilities, education, or personal pursuits.  

“The flexibility of a nursing career also includes opportunities for nurses to easily transition between different roles and settings throughout their careers, with learning and professional growth. They can also pursue different paths for professional development and advancement, depending on their interests and aspirations,” said Robel. 

“At Intermountain, we have exciting opportunities to support both new nurse graduates, frontline nurses who have more experience and nursing leaders in their careers. We have a residency program for nurse graduates and provide tuition reimbursement for registered nurses who would like to earn their bachelor’s degree in nursing,” said Christensen.  

Earlier this year, Intermountain launched an innovative new program for frontline nurses, called iAspire. 

Nurses who want to continue working at the bedside and enhance their clinical skills can participate in this professional development program that rewards them for expanding and sharing their knowledge, experience, and clinical expertise.

“Following the successful completion of the activities within the program, nurses earn a pay differential. This program was designed by nurses for nurses who would like to continue working at the bedside, and it provides an opportunity for continued growth and recognition,” said Christensen. 

Additionally, Intermountain is launching a new Nurse Leadership Academy pilot program for nurses. 

“While we’re just starting the pilot phase with a small group of leaders, we hope to expand the program in the future. This is a development program for nurse leaders at Intermountain,” said Robel. “The program aims to equip nurse leaders with the skills, knowledge, and competencies they need to excel in their roles and advance their careers. The program will empower nursing leaders to make significant impacts on patient care and help them unlock their full leadership potential.”  

“In this program, leaders gain insights and skills to actively elevate nurses on their team and foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Flexibility is also a key part of this program, where participants can tailor activities to their preferences and needs, such as participating in group events, completing on-demand learning, or attending virtual classes,” she added.  

The learning outcomes of the program closely align with the American Organization for Nursing Leadership Core Competencies for nurse leaders. These competencies are recognized as essential skills for nursing leaders to be successful. 

By offering these opportunities, Intermountain supports nurses in their career growth and satisfaction, while also ensuring high-quality patient care and outcomes. Nurses are vital members of the healthcare team, and nursing leaders are creating a culture where they can thrive and have a rewarding career.  

For more information on nursing or other career opportunities at Intermountain Health visit Intermountain Health’s career site here.  

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