Magnet

 A monumental first in the nation's capital.

As the first in Washington, DC to receive Magnet status, this is a major announcement for the region's nursing community. But more importantly, it is an incredible honor for our own nurses. This prestigious award places our nursing team among the top 6% in the nation.

What is the Magnet Award?

This award is the ultimate honor for nursing excellence. Presented by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), it recognizes hospital-based nursing teams that meet the nation's highest standards. In short, Magnet is a seal of approval for quality nursing care and an environment that is supportive of their nurses.

Georgetown is the first and only hospital in Washington, D.C. to attain Magnet Recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).  This prestigious award recognizes our nurses for excellence in nursing practice. 

Quote from our CNO, Joyce Johnson, RN, PhD, NEA-BC, CNAA, FAAN regarding Magnet Status at Georgetown-
“My involvement as CNO with the staff nurses and managers at Georgetown in achieving Magnet Status was one of the greatest professional accomplishments of my career.  Mentoring and empowering many young nurses to fully realize their professional potential will put our profession in excellent position to confront the challenges of the future.  The environment created by combining the Georgetown culture with the Magnet spirit is unsurpassed in enhancing and supporting excellence in nursing practice and the best possible patient care.”