Lake Pointe Medical Center Receives Third Pathway to Excellence Designation

DALLAS - Dec. 15, 2014 - PRLog -- Lake Pointe Medical Center (http://www.lakepointemedical.com/en-US/Pages/default.aspx) (LPMC) achieved their third Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA) who work to promote excellence in nursing and health care globally through renowned credentialing programs that certify and recognize individual nurses in specialty practice areas.

The Pathway to Excellence designation identifies the elements of work environments with a positive culture where nurses can thrive. As a Pathway to Excellence designated organization, LPMC is dedicated to valuing their nursing staff, encouraging their work in the field and developing their skills to better serve each patient. The designation confirms to the public that nurses working at LPMC know their efforts are supported and establishes it as one of the best places to work.

“At Lake Pointe Medical Center, we make it a top priority to promote an innovative and enjoyable workplace that provides the finest, most quality care to our patients,” says Jeanne Reeves, LPMC Chief Nursing Officer. “Each day, our nurses are committed to working in a collaborative effort to assist, educate and challenge each other, and receiving this honor solidifies their work.”

The Pathway to Excellence designation is granted based on the confirmed presence of characteristics known as “The Pathway to Excellence Criteria.”  For an organization to earn the Pathway to Excellence distinction, it must successfully undergo a thorough review process that documents foundational quality initiatives in creating a positive work environment — as defined by nurses and supported by research. These initiatives must be present in the facility’s practices, policies, and culture. Nurses in the organization verify the presence of the criteria in the organization through participation in a completely confidential online survey.

The Pathway to Excellence designation is perfectly suited to small and medium-sized healthcare organizations but is attainable by all healthcare facilities around the world.

ABOUT LAKE POINTE MEDICAL CENTER

Lake Pointe Medical Center is a 112-bed acute care hospital located at 6800 Scenic Drive in Rowlett.  Lake Pointe Medical Center has been serving the region’s healthcare needs since 1987.  The hospital provides a wide spectrum of medical services, including an emergency department with Fast Track services, a 14-bed intensive care unit, women's services, a Level II and Level III NICU, interventional cardiology, diagnostic imaging and eight operating rooms.  With a medical staff of more than 450 physicians, Lake Pointe Medical Center provides most specialty services.  The hospital holds CIGNA Center of Excellence Designations for laparoscopic gall bladder removal, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), general cardiac medical, heart attack, heart failure, irregular heartbeat, stroke and vaginal delivery.  The hospital is designated as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission and a Level IV Trauma Center by the Texas Department of State Health Services. In 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Lake Pointe Medical Center was named one of the nation’s top performers on key quality measures by The Joint Commission. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency, licensed by the state of Texas and certified for participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs.  To learn more about Lake Pointe Medical Center, visit www.lakepointemedical.com. Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/LakePointeMC) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LakePointeMC).

ABOUT ANCC

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA), provides individuals and organizations throughout the nursing profession with the resources they need to achieve practice excellence. ANCC's internationally renowned credentialing programs certify nurses in specialty practice areas; recognize healthcare organizations for promoting safe, positive work environments through the Pathway to Excellence Program® and Pathway to Excellence in Long Term Care™; and accredit providers of continuing nursing education. In addition, ANCC provides leading-edge information and education services and products to support its core credentialing programs. www.nursecredentialing.org