Nursing at Virtua
Nurses play a vital role in patient care, supporting nearly every aspect of a person’s healthcare journey. At Virtua, our nurses are among the very best in the country—ensuring the highest-quality care and safety for patients and families.
Virtua nurses are among an elite group that has achieved the premier national designation for nursing excellence, known as Magnet® Recognized. This prestigious distinction shows that our nurses meet rigorous standards for dedication, knowledge, compassion, and superior patient care.
Only about 8 percent of U.S. hospitals earn Magnet® status, which is considered the ultimate benchmark for measuring quality of care. The recognition is given by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the world’s largest and most respected nurse credentialing organization.
Other Prestigious Awards Recognize Outstanding Nursing at Virtua
The Beacon Award for Excellence in Critical Care, a national honor from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses
The PRISM Award® for excellence in medical/surgical care from the Academy of MedSurg Nursing.
Numerous honors for programs in which nursing plays a vital role—from cancer care to bariatric surgery, cardiac services to joint replacement, and many others.
Virtua’s Nursing Mission and Vision
Mission
To provide compassionate, evidence-based care—achieving safe, high-quality outcomes—and to advocate for the wellness of our community.
Vision
To be the premier providers of patient- and family-centered care across the continuum of health and wellness through evidenced-based nursing practice and clinical excellence.
Hear from Our Nurses
Get a glimpse into the daily lives and experiences of our dedicated nursing professionals at Virtua. They shared their experiences with Virtua President and CEO Dennis Pullin in his video podcast, “Here for Good: Inside Edition.”
Kristina Martinez and Kelly Warren, dynamic duo nurses at Virtua Voorhees Hospital, are making a difference. Together, they bring a unique blend of experience and leadership, empowering their teams and celebrating patient connections. Hear their inspiring story.
Bunny Lyons has dedicated 19 years of her career to critical care nursing at Virtua Marlton Hospital, while Deb Ferris has spent 22 years at Virtua, currently serving as the nursing director in the emergency department at Virtua Voorhees Hospital. The duo talk about their friendship, their lifelong love for baking, and their shared commitment to caring for the community.
Alyssa Brown is a nurse at Virtua Mount Holly Hospital who provides care to patients in the stroke and med-surg unit. A family member of one of her patients described Alyssa as “a gem of a human being.” The individual also said: “In my 27 years of working in health care, I can’t think of a nurse who is more focused and dedicated than Alyssa.” What’s interesting is that Alyssa is a young adult with only one year of nursing experience—demonstrating that we can learn a great deal from the next generation.
Virtua Nurse Day: An Annual Day to Celebrate Our Nurses
Each year, the fourth Thursday of September is Virtua Nurse Day, as designated by the New Jersey State Legislature. The day honors our nurses’ commitment to excellence. It's also a time to bring all Virtua nurses together, system-wide, to network, learn, and have fun. Take a look!
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're a dedicated and compassionate nurse looking to make a difference, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Virtua.
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