June 2, 2025- Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center announced it has been designated as a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The ANCC’s Magnet Recognition Program® honors health care organizations for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice.
With this credential, Newton Medical Center joins the global community of organizations honored by the Magnet Recognition Program®. Currently, only 606 U.S. health care organizations have achieved Magnet recognition, approximately 10 percent of hospitals in the United States.
“Every day the nurses at Newton Medical Center strive for the highest level of clinical excellence and exceptional patient outcomes. This Magnet designation proves they are making the grade,” said Bethany Lichtenwalner, RN, Interim Chief Nursing Officer, Newton Medical Center. “I offer my congratulations and gratitude to our entire nursing team on this tremendous recognition and for all they do for our patients.”