What is Nursing Excellence?
Helping nurses make their optimal contribution to patients and their work environments and the recognition of their efforts.
Establishing and sustaining healthy work environments must be a priority if nurses are going to make their optimal contributions in caring for patients and patients' families. The link between healthy work environments and patient safety, nurse retention and recruitment and, thus, the bottom line, is irrefutable.
Mutual respect and trust breeds a culture of safety; we feel supported, therefore we speak up.
Rebekah Friedrich, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore
1A hospital-based nurse leadership program, AACN CSI Academy transforms staff nurses into clinical leaders whose initiatives measurably improve patient care and the bottom line.
2Participating nurse teams have successfully tackled patient care challenges such as healthcare-associated infections, pressure injuries, early progressive mobility, falls and communication, with dramatic clinical and financial results.
3CSI’s “hospital consulting approach” and practice-based solutions can help you achieve your unique organizational objectives.
Latonya Brumfield's BRAVE approach to difficult conversations.
Through the contributions of a wide array of volunteers, AACN sharpens the voice of nursing, defines best practices and influences the quality of care.
Ambassadors advance the mission of AACN and promote professional excellence.
Chapters deliver opportunities for leadership, education and service to local communities.
Volunteers add vitality to the life of the AACN Community.
Research is an important element of shaping the future of nursing and clinical practice. Have your voice heard today.