The mission of CentraState’s Department of Nursing is to support the organization by consistently providing holistic, personalized, inclusive, evidence-based, quality nursing care while utilizing appropriate resources to support and improve the health and safety of our community and those we serve. Our vision is to be recognized for providing the highest quality, evidence based nursing care by a resilient, professional work force in a respectful, diversified, caring and healing environment. Read on to learn how CentraState nursing team is working every day to achieve our mission and vision.
MAGNET® DESIGNATED NURSING
Only 8 percent of the approximate 5,800 hospitals in the U.S. have achieved the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet designation for nursing excellence, and CentraState Medical Center holds the elite accomplishment of achieving Magnet® designation four times in a row, making it one of only 2% of hospitals nationwide.
Research shows that Magnet-recognized organizations consistently outperform organizations that have not achieved Magnet status. They have better patient care outcomes and higher patient satisfaction. Magnet-designated organizations are known for quality patient care, nursing excellence, and innovations in professional nursing practice.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CentraState Nursing Professional Development programs support the professional growth of our nurses through robust continuous learning programs and recognition of nursing excellence. In addition to developing the next generation of Nurse Leaders through our Mentorship Program and Nursing Succession Planning Fellowship, nurses have the opportunity to develop individual skills by participation in nursing certification courses in multiple specialties; Lunch and Learn events with topics such as respiratory emergencies, palliative care, CIWA protocol, and stress management; Skills Days held twice a year give all team members the opportunity to enhance clinical competence. We are proud to honor our exceptional nurses during our annual Nursing Excellence awards during Nurse’s Week.
RN RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Established in 2012, CentraState’s RN residency program is a 12-month immersive experience that prepares nurses for their dynamic role within the hospital setting. The program provides essential healthcare knowledge while promoting enculturation, retention and supporting positive patient outcomes. Led by a dedicated RN Residency Coordinator, nurse residents receive interactive learning experiences, case study analyses, and more to set them up for success in their careers.
Notably, CentraState’s RN residency program received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, underscoring that the program complies with rigorous standards and follows the most up-to-date educational practices. CentraState is proud to be the first hospital in New Jersey to achieve a five-year accreditation for an entry-to-practice nurse residency program.
To learn more about our RN Residency program, check out the link below.
AWARDS
Lantern Award
CentraState is one of only six emergency departments in New Jersey and one of only 53 nationally to earn the coveted Lantern Award from the Emergency Nurses Association. The Lantern Award showcases CentraState emergency department’s accomplishments in incorporating evidence-based practice and innovation into emergency care, in addition to demonstrating exceptional and innovative leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance.
Beacon Award for Excellence
CentraState’s critical care and step-down units have earned the national Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. The Beacon Award for Excellence recognizes unit caregivers who successfully improve patient outcomes and align practices with AACN’s six Healthy Work Environment Standards. Units that achieve this three-year designation meet national criteria consistent with the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®, the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award and the National Quality Healthcare Award.
OUR NUMBERS
More about CentraState’s Nursing Department
Total RNs
BSN Degree or Higher
Certified Nurses
Clinical Ladder RNs
