NCH ACHIEVES ANCC PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE STATUS FOR NURSING EXCELLENCE

Paul Hiltz, President/CEO, FACHE

I am excited to announce that Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has recently attained the Pathway to Excellence® recognition for nursing excellence, awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This designation places us as one among only 215 healthcare organizations worldwide, and the only one in our region, to achieve this status.

Pathway to Excellence recognition is one of the most esteemed credentials a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing excellence and patient care. This designation signifies an unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality of care, a culture of sustained excellence, and exceptional patient outcomes.

The ANCC Pathway to Excellence designates healthcare organizations who are committed to a culture of sustained excellence with a positive practice environment. This recognition is awarded to those organizations who successfully demonstrate years of successful adoption of these practices into their shared governance structure, where nurses are involved with decision-making while being offered the opportunities for professional development and work/life balance.

Achieving this recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment of our nurses and healthcare team. It reaffirms our mission to provide exceptional patient care and drive excellence in nursing practice.

For patients, Pathway to Excellence status at NCH means:

1.  Excellence in Patient Care: This recognition signifies NCH’s commitment to providing the highest quality of care and ensuring positive patient outcomes.
2. Sustained Excellence in Nursing Practice: NCH’s status demonstrates a culture of sustainability and continuous improvement in nursing practice.
3. Patient-Centered Care: Patients can trust that NCH is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient centered care that respects their individual needs and preferences.
4. Exceptional Nursing Staff: Pathway to Excellence status recognizes the outstanding nursing staff at NCH who demonstrate professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to excellence in patient care.

Our designation as a Pathway organization underscores NCH’s commitment to nursing excellence and providing exceptional patient care. It sets us apart as a leader in healthcare delivery and we are proud to be among the elite group of healthcare organizations, and the only one in Southwest Florida, to achieve this prestigious designation.