Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (LHAAMC) has received its third Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet recognition, the highest national honor for professional nursing practice, is awarded to organizations that consistently uphold ANCC’s standards for nursing excellence. Achieving Magnet status signifies a long-term commitment to excellence in quality care, high patient satisfaction, and a culture where nurses thrive professionally and personally.
Having first earned Magnet designation in 2014 and then again in 2019, LHAAMC has now secured its third recognition, placing it in the esteemed ranks of the elite 10% of hospitals in the United States to have achieved Magnet status. This accomplishment places it among the select few, as just over 6% of hospitals nationwide have garnered three or more Magnet designations.
“We are extremely proud to receive our third Magnet designation, a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional care to our patients in a healthy work environment,” said Christine Frost, chief nursing officer at LHAAMC. “This honor reflects the hard work, knowledge, compassion and dedication of our nurses and all of our employees who strive for excellence every day.”
ANCC evaluates Magnet applicants based on nursing practice, research, and outcomes—recognized as key indicators in delivering exceptional patient care. Applicants undergo a rigorous and lengthy process, featuring an in-depth application, proof of outperformance compared to peer hospitals in patient and nursing outcomes, and a comprehensive site visit from the Magnet commission.
“Maintaining a Magnet designation is a significant achievement,” said Sherry Perkins, president of LHAAMC. “This prestigious recognition symbolizes our commitment to excellent care for our patients and families at a hospital at which nurses and the whole care team are proud to work.
The nursing staff learned the news of the recognition through a phone call from representatives of the Magnet program.