PUBLIC NOTICE: Magnet Recognition Program site visit

Salem Hospital was designated as a Magnet organization in 2010 and 2015 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In May 2020, Salem Hospital is applying for redesignation.

PUBLIC NOTICE

MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM^® — SITE VISIT

• Salem Hospital was designated as a Magnet organization in 2010 and 2015 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program^®.  This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services.  In May 2020, Salem Hospital is applying for redesignation.
  

• Patients, family members, staff, and interested parties who would like to provide comments are encouraged to do so.  Anyone may send comments via e-mail and direct mail.  All comments received by phone must be followed up in writing to the Magnet Program Office.
  
• Your comments must be received by the Magnet Program Office by May 8, 2020
  

NOTE: All comments are CONFIDENTIAL and are not shared with the health care organization. Comments may be anonymous, but they must be sent in writing to the Magnet Program Office.

Address:     AMERICAN NURSES CREDENTIALING CENTER (ANCC)

MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM OFFICE

8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400

Silver Spring, MD  20910-3492

Email:           magnet@ana.org

About Salem Health.

Magnet is a national designation that only 7% of hospitals in the nation receive. It is the highest and most prestigious credential a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing excellence and quality patient care. Magnet organizations attract and retain exceptional nursing and interprofessional staff focused on delivering distinguished patient outcomes.   

While Salem Health remains vigilant in monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic, we take pride in our Magnet designation as our culture fosters excellent patient care in an environment that focuses on continuous improvement and positive outcomes. As a result, we are moving forward with preparation to host a virtual Magnet site visit for Salem Hospital on May 18, 19 and 20. In the event that our pandemic response warrants undivided attention, we will remain respectful of the COVID-19 situation and can reschedule the virtual visit as necessary.

Achieving and maintaining Magnet status is not easy and is a result of efforts of teams throughout the hospital contributing to improved outcomes for our patients. Magnet designation is about what we do every day, including during times such as these. This site visit is a celebratory opportunity we remain deserving of, more so today than any other. 

Please join me in welcoming the ultimate celebration of our accomplishments. Thank you to the Salem Hospital staff for everything they do every day!

Sarah Horn, Chief Nursing Officer

Salem Hospital is a part of Salem Health, along with West Valley Hospital, Willamette Health Partners and other affiliated health care organizations offering exceptional care to people in and around Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley. Visit us at www.salemhealth.org; “Like” us on www.facebook.com/salemhealth; follow us on Twitter: @salemhealth; and view us at www.youtube.com/salemhealth.