Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi awarded second Magnet® designation for nursing excellence

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 group, has for the second time running, received the coveted Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This accolade, widely recognized as the global benchmark for nursing excellence, highlights the hospital’s commitment to world-class, compassionate patient care, innovative practices and professional nursing standards. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi was the first and the youngest hospital in the UAE to receive this designation in 2019.

The renewed designation reflects the exceptional caliber of the hospital's nursing team, exemplifying excellence in every aspect of patient care. Notably, 97% of nurses hold advanced certifications, 90% participated in leadership development programs, and 85% contributed to pioneering research that shapes the future of patient care. Additionally, 100% of nurses have completed advanced patient safety training, 99% have attained a bachelor's degree or higher, and the hospital boasts a registered nurse turnover rate of less than 5%. Achieving 100% patient satisfaction scores further affirms the hospital's unwavering commitment to delivering compassionate, world-class patient care.

Dr. GeorgPascal Haber, Chief Executive Officer of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, said: "Excellence is driven by people, and at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, our caregivers are the cornerstone of our success. As we continue to prioritize quality and patient experience, I want to highlight the vital role of nursing, which lies at the heart of everything we do. This renewed Magnet® designation reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class care, setting new standards in healthcare, and ensuring that every patient receives the compassionate, high-quality care they deserve."

Elizabeth Govero, Chief Nursing Officer at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, added: “Our nurses not only meet the standards of Magnet® designation; they are defining and demonstrating excellence in the profession. Every day we are supported and empowered to deliver excellence, and this recognition reflects the pride, dedication and talent of our nursing team. With Cleveland Clinic’s model of care, cutting-edge technology, world-class outcomes, and a culture of shared governance and patient-centered decision-making, we’ve created an environment where nurses thrive, and patients receive the best care possible. This Magnet® designation celebrates their unwavering commitment to quality, compassion and innovation, which remains at the heart of everything we do.”

The announcement of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s second Magnet® designation was made at the hospital’s first Annual Nursing Conference, held on November 20-21, 2024, under the theme Advancing Nursing Excellence. The conference united nursing professionals from around the world to explore innovations in complex patient care, leadership, and technology, while fostering professional development and collaboration.

The Magnet® designation is only awarded to healthcare organizations after a thorough evaluation process. The process assesses them against 65 benchmark criteria outlined in the Magnet® model, which focuses on structural empowerment, transformational leadership, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge and innovations and measurable outcomes. Once achieved, Magnet® status is valid for four years, with bi-annual reviews.