Achieving Magnet recognition: the process

Abstract

Awareness of the Magnet Recognition Program is increasing as health care organizations struggle with the challenges of recruiting and retaining professional nurses and benchmarking nursing-sensitive patient outcomes. Steps in the Magnet process include application, written documentation and evaluation, site visit, decision, and award. These steps are outlined in this article to inform and assist staff nurses in health care organizations that may consider seeking this designation. The more staff nurses know about the elements and process of the Magnet program, the more they can contribute to achieving this prestigious award for quality nursing care.