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The evolution of a manual revision.
1Magnet Recognition Program®, American Nurses Credentialing Center, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910, USA. craig.luzinski@ana.org
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|September 13, 2012
Summary
This article details the Magnet Recognition Program®
Area of Science:
- Nursing Administration
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
Background:
- The Magnet Recognition Program® is a prestigious designation for nursing excellence.
- The Application Manual guides healthcare organizations in achieving Magnet status.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an in-depth overview of the Magnet Recognition Program® Application Manual revision process.
- To examine the history and evolution of the Manual revisions.
Main Methods:
- Review of the Magnet Recognition Program® Application Manual history.
- Analysis of the 2005 Manual revision process.
- Inclusion of an evidence-based literature review.
Main Results:
- Key elements of the 2005 revision process are highlighted.
- Revisions incorporated into the 2008 Manual are discussed.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the revision process is crucial for organizations seeking Magnet Recognition®.
- The evolution of the Manual reflects a commitment to evidence-based practice and quality nursing.
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