St. Mary’s Hospital was designated as a Magnet organization in 2002 and 2006 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®.  This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services.  In August 2011, St. Mary’s Hospital is applying for re-designation.

Patients, family members, staff, and interested parties who would like to provide comments are encouraged to do so. Anyone may send comments via e-mail, fax, and direct mail.  All phone comments to the Magnet Program Office must be followed up in writing.

YOUR COMMENTS ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND NEVER SHARED WITH THE FACILITY.  IF YOU CHOOSE, YOUR COMMENTS MAY BE ANONYMOUS, BUT MUST BE IN WRITING.

YOUR COMMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY August 12, 2011.

Address:    

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Magnet Recognition Program Office

8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400

Silver Spring, MD  20910-3492

Fax:            301-628-5217

E-Mail:         magnet@ana.org

Phone:        866-588-3301 (toll free)