Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Orange One of Only Four California Hospitals to Achieve Magnet Nursing Excellence With Distinction Recogni
Magnet® designation is considered gold standard for nursing excellence
One of only four California hospitals—and 30 hospitals nationwide—Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Orange has received the highly prestigious Magnet recognition® with “Distinction” from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
This is the fifth consecutive Magnet achievement for Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Orange.
"To achieve our fifth Magnet designation is an extraordinary accomplishment. To be honored with distinction is a powerful affirmation of the dedication, innovation and compassion our nursing teams bring to patient care every single day,” said Brian Helleland, chief executive of Providence St. Joseph Hospital and Orange County/High Desert. “Our nurses are the heart of this organization. This designation is a reflection of the pride we take in putting patients first, every time, and validates the extraordinary work happening across every floor, every shift, every day.”
The Magnet Recognition Program designates organizations worldwide where nursing leaders successfully align strategic goals to improve the patient experience. Research shows that Magnet hospitals consistently deliver higher patient satisfaction, lower mortality rates and improved nurse retention.
The Magnet appraisal team highlighted several areas of distinction in their site visit, including:
• High-quality, evidence-based nursing practices that improve patient safety and satisfaction
• A strong culture of interdisciplinary collaboration and shared decision-making
• Outstanding support for professional advancement and nursing education
• Proven leadership in diversity, equity and inclusion in both practice and hiring
Providence St. Joseph is one of fewer than 80 hospitals in the nation to achieve five consecutive Magnet recognitions and is among an even smaller group to receive distinction status—a testament to the strength of its nursing leadership, practice environment and measurable outcomes.
This recognition places Providence St. Joseph Hospital among the most accomplished health care organizations in the country. Magnet designation is considered the gold standard for nursing excellence, signifying exceptional patient outcomes, professional development and a culture that empowers nurses at every level.
