Our Lady of the Lake Earns Magnet Status 02/25/2010
It’s one of the highest levels of recognition a hospital can achieve. Our
Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center has achieved Magnet designation for
excellence in nursing services by the American Nurses Credential Center’s (ANCC)
Magnet Recognition Program®. Only five percent of hospitals achieve Magnet
status. Magnet status means that patients can expect a higher level of quality
care when being treated at a Magnet facility.
“Magnet recognition is a
tremendous achievement for Our Lady of the Lake,” said Deborah Ford, Chief
Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services. “Achieving Magnet
status recognizes the excellent work our nurses and our entire workforce do each
day and reflects our commitment to serve as a team, providing the highest
quality care possible for the people of our community.”
The Magnet
Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that demonstrate
excellence in nursing practice and adherence to national standards for the
organization and delivery of nursing services. Applicants undergo a rigorous
evaluation that includes extensive interviews and review of nursing services.
ANCC is the largest and most prominent nursing credentialing
organization in the United States. Our Lady of the Lake’s Magnet status is valid
for four years.
Our Lady of the Lake is one of the largest private
medical centers in Louisiana, with over 700 licensed beds and an 11-parish
service area. In a given year Our Lady of the Lake treats over 35,000 patients
in the hospital and serves over 350,000 persons through outpatient locations
with the assistance of more than 1,000 physicians and 4,000 team members. Our
Lady of the Lake is smoke-free. For more information about OLOL visit
www.ololrmc.com.
