Huntington Hospital First on Long Island to Earn National Recognition for Nursing Excellence for Second Consecutive Time
September 23, 2008
Nurses at Huntington Hospital have distinguished themselves as the first on Long Island to earn Magnet status for the second time. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® for excellence in nursing services has once again designated Huntington Hospital as a Magnet hospital.
Huntington Hospital was the first community hospital on Long Island to achieve Magnet status four years ago. It is the only Long Island hospital to be re-designated for an additional four years immediately following its initial certification period. According to the ANCC, the leading nursing credentialing organization in the United States, Magnet designation is widely accepted as the gold standard of patient care. The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes excellence and professionalism in nursing. Applicants undergo an extensive evaluation, and members who are awarded Magnet status must continue to meet rigorous standards. To reapply for and receive Magnet status for an additional four years is confirmation of the hospital’s resolve to deliver the highest level of nursing care. Research shows that Magnet hospitals are more effective at attracting and keeping quality nurses. “Our Magnet designation four years ago raised the bar on patient care and inspired all of us – nurses, physicians, professional and support staff – to strive to be even better,” said Myrna Myers-Laque, RN, MEd., RNC, CNAA, BC, the hospital’s vice president for nursing and chief nursing officer. “I’m proud of the commitment our nursing department made to embark on this Magnet journey, and of the support we have received from throughout the hospital. It is an honor to be associated with this exemplary team of professionals.” About Huntington Hospital Huntington Hospital is a 408-bed community hospital that has been an integral part of the Huntington community and surrounding area since 1916. A member of the North Shore-LIJ Health System, Huntington provides a full range of inpatient, outpatient, and specialized healthcare services with an emphasis on cancer care, cardiology, maternity and neonatal care, and specialized surgical procedures including joint replacement and complex orthopedic surgery. Media Contact: Theresa Jacobellis (631) 470-5207 |
