American Nurses Credentialing Center Risk Report

👥 labor & workforce

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) is actively involved in labor and workforce initiatives, including partnerships and development programs aimed at supporting the nursing workforce. These efforts reflect a continuous commitment to enhancing workplace conditions and professional development for nurses. Key collaborations and accreditations are noteworthy, as they emphasize the organization's focus on workforce stability and growth.

• ANCC partnered with the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to support nurse workforce development 🗓 2025-05-15.
• On 🗓 2024-10-30, ANCC announced a special grant funding program to tackle nursing workforce challenges and improve health outcomes.
• WVU Hospitals' Transition to Practice Nurse Residency Program received accreditation with distinction 🗓 2024-11-08.
• Holy Cross Health received accreditation from ANCC's Practice Transition Accreditation Program 🗓 2024-05-01.
• ECU Health Medical Center's Nurse Residency Program was re-accredited by ANCC 🗓 2024-07-17.

📜 innovation & r&d

Innovation within ANCC has been marked by the introduction of unique programs and credentials aimed at recognizing and enhancing well-being and excellence in healthcare. These developments highlight ANCC's role in pioneering healthcare standards and improving nursing practices.

• On 🗓 2024-10-02, ANCC announced the launch of a new credential, Well-being Excellence™.
• ANCC's Magnet Recognition Program promotes continuous innovation and excellence within healthcare facilities, as evidenced by numerous recognitions in 2025.
• The American Nurses Enterprise celebrated innovators tackling health inequities with the 2025 Innovation Award 🗓 2025-03-11.
• ANCC introduced the Well-being Excellence™ credential, with Symplr being the first organization to achieve Gold Tier status 🗓 2025-06-12.

🏅 awards & recognition

The ANCC has a strong track record of recognizing excellence in the nursing field, with various awards and accolades highlighting outstanding contributions in healthcare. These recognitions not only honor individual and organizational excellence but also stimulate continuous improvement across the nursing profession.

• Nursing teams at a Boise healthcare provider earned a prestigious designation 🗓 2025-07-15.
• VCU Medical Center was recognized as a Magnet® hospital for the fifth consecutive time 🗓 2025-06-25.
• Boston Medical Center was awarded Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence 🗓 2025-06-03.
• Yale New Haven Hospital won the 2024 ANCC Magnet Prize® sponsored by Press Ganey 🗓 2024-10-30.
• Houston Healthcare Conroe achieved prestigious Magnet designation for nursing excellence 🗓 2025-05-23.