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    while the supply of nurses had reached a record high, only 80% of hospitals nationwide had adequate nurse staffing levels (American Nurse Credentialing Center, 2011, p. 8). To address this issue a taskforce was formed within the American Academy of Nursing (AAN). Through an initial study of 165 hospitals, the AAN determined the characteristics of healthcare organizations that were magnetically attracting and retaining nurses as employees (American Nurse Credentialing Center, p. 9). In this study

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    innovation, and high quality professionals can help patients and families navigate through a complex constellation of healthcare. Nurses are the major workforces in a healthcare organization; they drive patient care and the bottom line. The American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) the world largest nursing organization created the Magnet Recognition program, a credentialing process for which an environment of excellence is recognized. The ANCC Recognition focuses on three goals; a quality setting that

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    Informatics Certification Nurses are consistently rated as one of the most trusted professionals in the United States. One of the reasons for this distinction may be the many nurses who obtain specialty certification within their practice area. Certification confirms the nurse has acquired a level of skill and knowledge above average (Rauen, Shumate, & Gendron-Trainer, 2016). It is important to me to obtain certification when I complete the master’s program in informatics at American Sentinel University

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    The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), through the Magnet Recognition Program aims to raise quality of patient care while utilizing evidence based nursing practice (Jayawardhana, Welton, & Lindroth, 2014). An article published in the Journal of Nursing Administration reports that “application fees, appraiser fees, site visit costs, and document preparation” can range from $46,000 to $251,000 depending on the institution. While there can be some drawbacks to the financial implications of

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    designation, which is awarded through the American Nurses Credentialing Center, known as the ANCC. Achieving Magnet status is a significant accomplishment for hospitals, but one that does not come easily. In the following paper, we will discuss what Magnet status consists of, and the steps that hospitals must take to obtain such an honorable position. We will discuss the ANCC, and how Magnet was first introduced. Lastly, we will review teaching strategies for new nurses regarding Magnet designation and why

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    American Nurses Credentialing Center Pathway to Excellence® Post-designation Questionnaire 2012 to 2014: A Qualitative Analysis John Hagan University of Maryland School of Nursing   American Nurses Credentialing Center Pathway to Excellence® Post-designation Questionnaire 2012 to 2014: A Qualitative Analysis Abstract This summative report is the result of content analysis of post-designation questionnaires of organizations participating in the American Nurses Certification Center’s (ANCC) Pathway

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    Pursue Magnet Status

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    Status Hospital” (MSH) it immediately grabs your attention. What exactly sets an MSH on a higher level than one that’s not? More importantly, how does this affect the nurses? The purpose of this paper is to explain the increasing rise of MSH ‘s, why healthcare, specifically nursing, is trending in this way, how it affects nurses, and the benefits of attaining magnet status. Reasons Hospitals Pursue Magnet Status The number one goal

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    CNA Certification Hub Releases List of Best Certification Schools CNA Certification releases the list of the top rated CNA certification schools in the United States. Certified nursing assistants (CNA) are in high demand and those who wish to enter a medical career will find excellent opportunity for immediate employment. In order to become eligible for this type of job, a person must gain an education through a state board of health approved training program. The highest rated schools will also

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    APRN Case Study

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    of APRNs (American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2014). South Carolina (SC) is a restricted practice state, requiring Nurse Practitioners (NP) to be 1) supervised by, 2) perform delegated tasks from or 3) work as part of a team managed by, a medical doctor or dentist (American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2014). To obtain an APRN license in SC requires a RN license, in good standing, a graduate degree and certification from an approved national credentialing source (American Association

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    Summary of the Purpose and Process of Credentialing Credentialing is the process that entitles a practitioner to render health care services based on the on the standards established by an organizing body. Different institutions employ this process to ensure that the practitioners are qualified to perform their assigned tasks. Credentials are documentations proving an individual’s education, experience, licensure, or training and may be revoked if it fails to maintain the guiding principles of an

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