Ranked in the top 5 percent in the nation for nursing excellence

The American Nurses Credentialing Center has designated the University of Colorado Hospital as a "Magnet" hospital. Fewer than five percent of the hospitals in the nation have earned this prestigious recognition. 

UCH has earned "Magnet"
status from the American
Nurses Credentialing Center.

For our patients and their family members, it means that our team of 1,200 nurses represents excellence in clinical care and innovation in professional nursing practice.

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Outstanding nurses recognized by peers

In the last 10 years, nearly 100 of our nurses have been nominated for the esteemed Nightingale Award from the Colorado Nurses Foundation. These individuals are recognized as outstanding nurses; as effective advocates for patients, families, and staff; as leaders in their profession; and as role models for excellence in delivering patient care.

One of the most highly educated nursing staffs in the country

Eighty percent of our direct-care nurses have earned a bachelor's or a master's degree. Seven of our nurses have PhDs. They are highly trained, compassionate and actively engaged in leading clinical research.

Our doctors rank highly, too

See how UCH doctors fare in ratings by 5280 magazine and Castle Connolly