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¸Û°Äͼ¿â Martha Jefferson Hospital: The Caring Tradition in Action

At ¸Û°Äͼ¿â Martha Jefferson Hospital, we seek to revolutionize bedside care, consistently delivering the highest quality care in every patient interaction, by putting innovation at the forefront. Our hospital is designed to create a welcoming atmosphere with a goal that each patient and family feels truly cared for during their stay, something we call "the caring tradition". This commitment to a warm and inviting environment permeates every department within our hospital. Areas of specialization include cancer care, comprehensive emergency services (including a free-standing emergency department), advanced gastroenterology, heart and vascular care, maternity services, neurosciences, orthopedics and spine care, sports medicine, and surgery.

Explore ¸Û°Äͼ¿â Nursing: Your Path to Excellence

Discover the ¸Û°Äͼ¿â nursing experience, complete with opportunities for continuous education and our unwavering commitment to professional development including specialty certification and shared governance. Read the 2023 nursing annual report for ¸Û°Äͼ¿â Martha Jefferson Hospital.

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DAISY Recognition Program: Celebrating Compassionate Nurses

The nationally acclaimed DAISY Award shines a spotlight on nurses who provide compassionate care. Nurses eligible for this recognition can be nominated by anyone within the organization, including patients, family members, fellow nurses, physicians, clinicians, and staff.

In addition to the individual DAISY award, ¸Û°Äͼ¿â Martha Jefferson also delivers one DAISY nurse-led team award and one DAISY nurse leader award annually. We celebrate the Week of the Nurse in May each year with six annual nursing awards for RNs and clinical support staff.

Nursing Awards and Recognitions

Magnet Recognition: A Testament to Nursing Excellence

As further demonstration of our commitment to both our patients and our nurses, ¸Û°Äͼ¿â Martha Jefferson Hospital is a four-time Magnet® recognition recipient from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021. ANCC's Magnet Recognition Program® represents the highest national honor for nursing excellence, demonstrating the commitment to delivering superior quality in nursing care to the SMJH community.