Exciting updates are coming to the Magnet with Distinction® criteria! Beginning January 2025, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) is aligning the requirements for achieving Magnet with Distinction® with the latest patient experience composite score changes. While Magnet with Distinction® remains the highest level of achievement for Magnet® Designated hospitals, the criteria for earning this prestigious recognition have been refined to ensure they reflect the evolving landscape of nursing excellence and patient care.
Starting in 2025, organizations seeking Magnet with Distinction® must meet one of the following pathways:
- No deficiencies in any Magnet® component plus an exemplar in Registered Nurse Engagement.
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- No deficiencies in any component, two exemplars in patient experience (based on composite scores), and two or more exemplars in Nursing-Sensitive Indicators.
These updates ensure that Magnet with Distinction® continues to recognize the best of the best—organizations that not only meet Magnet® standards but exceed them in meaningful ways.
How Will Organizations Be Recognized?
Hospitals that achieve Magnet with Distinction® will be notified during their Commission on Magnet® (COM) call, and their designation letter and certificate will reflect this honor. These outstanding organizations will also be celebrated at the National Magnet® Conference, where their achievements will be recognized on a national stage!
Why This Matters
Magnet with Distinction® is more than an accolade: it’s a commitment. It pushes hospitals to advance evidence-based practice, care delivery excellence, and optimal patient outcomes while adapting to the ever-changing healthcare environment. This recognition reaffirms the profound impact of nursing and highlights the exceptional work being done in Magnet® organizations worldwide.
Looking Ahead
With these new criteria taking effect January 1, 2025, now is the time for Magnet® organizations to assess their performance and prepare for the next level of nursing excellence.
How Can Tipton Health Help You Achieve Magnet with Distinction®?
Partnering with Tipton Health can help you improve your chances of reaching this prestigious goal. The Data Services team at Tipton Health can analyze your current data and identify both your strengths and areas of opportunity ahead of your submission date. By reviewing your data, we can determine the best indicators and categories for you to present, ensuring you showcase your highest performance. Additionally, Tipton Health provides tailored strategies and action plans to help you improve your scores and maximize your success.
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