Factors in sustaining Magnet designation

Editor's Note

Transformational nursing leaders lead high-performing teams and should be in place at all levels as an essential factor of Magnet sustainability, according to this study.

Only 10% of Magnet hospitals sustain designation for 12 years or longer. Researchers identified patterns of high-performing behaviors and explored the perspective of Magnet nurse managers on high-performing teams and the sustainability of Magnet designation.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to identify patterns of high-performing behaviors and nurse manager perceptions of the factors of Magnet® sustainability at a multidesignated Magnet organization. BACKGROUND: The Magnet program recognizes exemplary professional nursing practice and is challen...