Public Notice

The ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® is the highest credential a healthcare organization can achieve. A Magnet designation indicates to patients and the public that these organizations have met the most stringent, evidence-based standards of nursing excellence in patient care delivery.

Northwell Northern Westchester was designated as a Magnet organization in 2012, 2017 and 2021 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® and they are now applying for redesignation. We invite patients, family members, staff, and other interested parties to provide feedback via email or direct mail.

• All comments must be submitted by January 2, 2026
• Anonymous comments should be sent in writing to the Magnet Program Office.
• Please note that all comments will be kept confidential and will not be shared with the organization.

Send Comments to:

Marguerite Smalls
American Nurses Association
Magnet Recognition Program Office
8403 Colesville Road., Suite 500
Silver Spring, MD 20910

E-Mail Comments to:

magnet@ana.org

Why is Magnet important? Magnet recognition acknowledges the invaluable contributions of nurses in all healthcare settings and among all populations worldwide. It is a results-driven recognition that fosters nurse engagement and the role nurses play as interprofessional team members to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

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