Nurses • Philosophy of Nursing Excellence

Recipient of Magnet™ Recognitionfor Nursing Excellence

At NCH, nursing excellence is our passion. We are one of only 5% of healthcare organizations in the nation to earn the Magnet™ status as designated by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). To read more about Northwest Community's Magnet™recognition, click here.

We achieved the Magnet™ recognition because of the commitment of our nurses to the:

Patient:

• Coordinating and providing holistic care based on the patient's language, culture and other individual needs
• Respecting his/her right to participate and directing decisions regarding his/her health care
• Acting as an advocate for the Patient's Bill of Rights
• Maintaining a culture of patient safety

Patient’s family and support networks:

• Utilizing a family-centered approach to support the patient's loved ones through the episode of care
• Recognizing that they have a significant role to play in the patient's care
• Having open, honest ongoing communication with the patient and significant other

Nursing profession:

• Accepting responsibility for making decisions about patient care based on current evidence, research and collaborative practice with the healthcare team
• Making decisions that are within nursing scope of practice and legal/ethical framework
• Delegating to others responsibilities that are appropriate to licensure, education and experience
• Demonstrating pride and promotion of professional nursing as an honored career

NCH’s interdisciplinary team:

• Achieving the goal of optimal quality patient care through respect and collaborative teamwork

Professional practice environment:

• Utilizing direct and constructive communication in all interactions
• Demonstrating mutual respect and support in relationships
• Demonstrating ethical and collaborative conduct
• Sharing and pursuing knowledge

Physicians:

• Collaborating in a relationship based on mutual respect, trust and open communication for quality patient care

NCH:

• Supporting the mission, vision and values of the organization

Community:

• Educating my community about services and programs at Northwest Community to improve health
• Reflecting a positive image of NCH