Good Samaritan University Hospital Achieves Magnet® Recognition Again!

Catholic Health’s Good Samaritan University Hospital has once again earned Magnet® accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), achieving the highest national honor for excellence in professional nursing practice. Receiving Magnet® recognition for the second consecutive designation cycle is a testament to the hospital's sustained commitment to exceptional patient care, nursing excellence, innovation, collaboration and continuous quality improvement.

Magnet® recognition is awarded to health care organizations that meet the highest standards for nursing excellence and is considered the gold standard for nursing practice. Good Samaritan University Hospital proudly sits among an elite group of hospitals across the nation recognized for creating an environment where nurses thrive and patients receive the highest quality care.

"Achieving Magnet® recognition for a second consecutive survey is an extraordinary accomplishment and reflects the unwavering dedication of our nurses and every member of the Good Samaritan team," said Justin Lundbye, MD, president of Good Samaritan University Hospital. "Earning this accreditation once was a remarkable achievement. To earn it again demonstrates that excellence is deeply embedded in our culture. It affirms our commitment to delivering exceptional, compassionate care while challenging ourselves to innovate, improve and provide the very best experience for every patient and family we serve."

The redesignation follows a rigorous multi-year evaluation by the ANCC through its Magnet® Model, assessing transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, innovation and measurable outcomes. By achieving redesignation, Good Samaritan University Hospital demonstrated continued adherence to Magnet® principles and measurable improvements in quality, safety, outcomes and patient experience over the designation cycle.

"Magnet® designation validates the exceptional work our nurses perform every day and the culture of excellence they have created," said Karen Fasano, DNP, MBA, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, senior vice president and chief nursing officer of Good Samaritan University Hospital. "This recognition belongs to the nurses, physicians, clinicians, support team members and leaders who work together to provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care. It reflects our shared commitment to professional excellence and continuous improvement."

Research continues to demonstrate Magnet®-recognized organizations provide measurable benefits for patients, nurses and communities, including:

• Higher patient satisfaction
• Improved nurse engagement and job satisfaction
• Lower nurse turnover
• Better patient outcomes, including lower mortality and improved quality measures
• A culture that supports evidence-based practice, innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration

Over the past four years, Good Samaritan University Hospital has continued to transform health care on Long Island through investments in advanced technology, expanded specialty services, the opening of its new Patient Care Pavilion and a steadfast commitment to providing the highest quality care to every patient.