Vandalia Health northern region hospitals have been granted accreditation for nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), according to a press release from the health system.
The accreditation demonstrates the hospitals’ commitment to using evidence-based criteria when developing quality educational activities that promote the professional growth of nurses.
The Vandalia Health northern region comprises seven hospitals across north-central West Virginia: Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center in Morgantown, Vandalia Health Mon Preston Memorial Hospital in Kingwood, Vandalia Health Mon Marion Neighborhood Hospital in White Hall, Vandalia Health Mon Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston, Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center in Elkins, Vandalia Health Broaddus Hospital in Philippi and Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital in Webster Springs.
“This achievement recognizes our Vandalia Health northern region for investing in the professional development of nurses in ways that strengthen clinical practice and positively influence patient outcomes, safety and innovation,” said Lya M. Cartwright-Stroupe, DNP, APRN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, FAAN, senior director of nursing strategy and professional development.
“By investing in lifelong learning, we empower our nursing teams to deliver the highest quality care while advancing their careers and strengthening the communities we serve,” said Krystal Atkinson, DNP, RN, CNOR, chief administrative officer at Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center and chief nursing executive for Vandalia Health Northern Region. “We are proud to hold this ANCC designation across all of our northern region hospitals — a reflection of our systemwide commitment to supporting our nurses through meaningful education and professional development opportunities.”
ANCC NCPD Accreditation strengthens education and training opportunities for nurses, helping ensure they have the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality care for patients and communities. The accreditation supports up-to-date, evidence-based education, enhances the credibility of professional development programs and connects accredited organizations to a nationwide network committed to nursing excellence.
The accreditation also helps nurses earn continuing education credits that support career growth, professional certification and ongoing learning.
For more information on the ANCC NCPD Accreditation Program, visit nursingworld.org/ncpd. For more information about Vandalia Health, visit VandaliaHealth.org.
