A very special congratulations to the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit at St. Mary's Hospital in our Richmond, Virginia market on this great honor! Thank you for all you do every day for our patients
We are incredibly proud to share that the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at St. Mary’s Hospital in our Richmond, Virginia market has been awarded the Beacon Gold Award for Excellence by the AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses) for the second time! 🏅 This prestigious honor, achieved by fewer than 5% of CVICUs nationwide, reflects our team's unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care and nursing excellence. The 14-month evaluation process highlights the dedication and hard work of our entire unit. Cassandra Lewis, DNP, ACNP-BC, Chief Nursing Officer for the Richmond Market, expresses her pride: "This award recognizes less than 5% of CVICU units across the U.S. and is a testament to the team's dedication to providing the highest quality care for our patients." The Beacon Award for Excellence celebrates units that demonstrate: ✅ Outstanding patient outcomes ✅ A positive, collaborative work environment ✅ Ongoing improvements in nursing workforce development We extend a heartfelt congratulations to our CVICU team for their continuous commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care. Your passion and expertise truly make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. #HealthcareExcellence #BeaconAward #NursingExcellence #PatientCare #TeamWork #HealthcareLeadership
Love everything about this! Proud of this team!
Congrats
Great work
Congratulations to the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond, VA! Your dedication to patient care is truly inspiring. Keep up the amazing work!