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Irish Independent
01-08-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Three Louth hospitals awarded prestigious international nursing accreditation
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital (Drogheda), Louth County Hospital (Dundalk), and the Cottage Community Hospital (Dunleer) have been awarded the Pathway to Excellence® accreditation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) - a global benchmark in recognising healthcare organisations that foster positive practice environments for nurses. The accreditation reflects the hospitals' commitment to creating inclusive, supportive, and collaborative workplaces, with an emphasis on staff well-being, shared decision-making, and professional development, all of which directly contribute to improved patient care. Adrian Cleary, Director of Nursing, said: 'The Pathway to Excellence® designation will put us on the global map as a positive and inclusive place to practice nursing. This recognition supports better outcomes for our patients through nursing excellence and ensures we continue to attract and retain the very best nurses.' The journey to accreditation was rigorous. Over the past 12 months, Louth's nursing team, many of whom had participated in the EU Magnet4Europe research programme compiled a 700-page evidence-based submission and participated in a comprehensive staff survey. The survey achieved an exceptional 85% response rate. The Pathway to Excellence® framework outlines six core standards for a high-quality nursing environment: Shared Decision-Making, Leadership, Safety, Quality, Well-being, and Professional Development. Patrick Clerkin, Integrated Healthcare Manager for Louth/Meath, said: 'This recognition highlights how we continually strive to improve patient care and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality. It also helps us to identify improvements needed to ensure the best experience for both staff and patients.' The accreditation not only elevates the profile of nursing in Louth but also supports a long-term vision of building resilient, highly skilled, and motivated teams across all healthcare settings in the region. The ANCC's Pathway to Excellence® programme is considered the premier international designation for healthy work environments in healthcare, positively impacting staff retention, job satisfaction, safety standards, and patient experience.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Medical Center Hospital achieves the Pathway to Excellence designation
May 1—Medical Center Hospital has achieved the Pathway to Excellence designation for its commitment to a positive practice environment and a culture of sustained excellence. To achieve Pathway to Excellence designation Medical Center Hospital had to demonstrate excellence in six standards: shared decision-making, leadership, safety, quality, well-being, and professional development. The Pathway designation is a global credential that highlights MCH's commitment to creating a healthy work environment where nurses feel empowered and valued. Medical Center Hospital's nurses are an integral part of the healthcare team, with a voice in policy and practice. Pathway nurses are engaged, resulting in higher job satisfaction, reduced turnover, improved safety, and better patient outcomes. MCH joins a premier group of organizations that have received Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). As a Pathway organization, Medical Center Hospital leads the effort to enhance quality of care, patient and nursing safety, and the future of healthcare delivery. "This designation really highlights the great nurses and staff that we employ here at MCH," says Kim Leftwich, DNP, RN — Chief Nursing Officer, Medical Center Hospital. "They do great things each and every day. MCH nurses and staff have really created an environment of safe quality care through their leadership, professional development and by using their voice." For more information on the Pathway to Excellence recognition program, visit ANCC's website at
