Resources

• Magnet Recognition Program® Overview Brochure [pdf]
  
  
• Magnet Recognition Program® FAQ [pdf]
  Last updated: September 15, 2009
  This shows the most commonly asked questions about the Magnet Recognition Program®.
  
  
• Magnet Research References
  This reference list includes research studies that have investigated the relationship between magnet environments and patient, nurse, and/or organizational outcomes.
  
  
• The Magnet Recognition Program Designation Criteria
  The application process is a rigorous review and analysis of the health care organization's commitment to implementing the Forces of Magnetism. Here is more detail on how applications are evaluated for MagnetTM designation.
  
  
• Library of Magnet Journal Articles
  To serve the growing need of healthcare professionals for emerging knowledge about the MagnetTM experience we suggest the following online bibliographic databases to access timely journal articles.
  
  
• First Annual Call for Magnet™ Practice Innovations
  The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), in partnership with Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI), invites Magnet organizations to submit abstracts detailing innovative excellence to be considered for inclusion in the newly created on-line repository for Magnet Practice Innovations at the Virginia Henderson International Nursing Library (VHINL).
  
  
• Guidelines for Hosting Events or Providing Consulting/Mentoring Services
  
  
• National Magnet Research Agenda
  To establish a national research agenda for the growing Magnet community and keep the agenda current in the future, ANCC plans to conduct periodic surveys of nurse researchers and executive personnel in Magnet healthcare facilities about what they believe to be the most important research priorities for healthcare organizations.