Local hospital receives excellence award for nursing program

Ascension Seton Highland Lakes announced recently that for the sixth time, it has received the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

The Pathway designation is a global credential that highlights our hospital’s commitment to creating a healthy work environment where nurses feel empowered and valued. The nurses are an integral part of the healthcare team, with a voice in policy and practice.

Pathway nurses, such as those at the local hospital are engaged, resulting in higher job satisfaction, reduced turnover, improved safety, and better patient outcomes.