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At Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital in West Ashley, our nurses are more than caregivers — they are the heart and soul of our hospital. For more than 165 years, Roper St.
Francis Healthcare nurses have served the Lowcountry, embodying the mission of healing all people with compassion, faith and excellence. Their expertise and relentless dedication have earned us a place in history as the first hospital in South Carolina to receive the prestigious "Magnet" designation for nursing excellence four times in a row. This is no small feat.
Magnet designation, awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, is the gold standard in nursing. It signifies a hospital’s commitment to the highest levels of care and innovation. Bon Secours St.
Francis Hospital joins only nine other hospitals in the state with Magnet recognition, proudly holding the longest streak of designations among all those facilities. Achieving this distinction requires meeting increasingly rigorous standards each time, which speaks to our commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement. For patients and their families, the Magnet designation means they can trust that our nurses provide the highest level of care, driven by excellence and compassion.
Nurses today are not only caregivers but also educators, innovators and advocates who work tirelessly to improve health outcomes. Throughout the pandemic and during the many storms that threaten the Lowcountry, our nurses have stood on the front lines, ensuring our community remains cared for and safe. This achievement is a reflection of the extraordinary teamwork that defines Bon Secours St.
Francis Hospital and Roper St. Francis Healthcare. It wouldn’t be possible without the support of our leadership.
Joseph DeLeon, our health care system’s president and CEO, has demonstrated in his first few months with us a dedication to fostering a culture where nurses thrive. And of course, I am grateful for the leadership of Tavia Buck, the hospital’s chief nursing officer, who deserves so much of the recognition. Her guidance, advocacy and mentorship have been instrumental in making this designation possible.
We are honored to serve our patients and community with the excellence that the Magnet designation represents. Every day, we continue this mission with pride, passion and an unwavering commitment to patient safety. Marissa Jamarik is senior vice president and chief nursing officer of Roper St.
Francis Healthcare..
