Awards and accreditations

Atlantic Health is committed to providing the highest-quality care. Each year, our physicians, services and facilities are honored by respected national organizations that recognize excellence in health care.

More awards and accreditations

Press ReleaseThree Atlantic Health medical centers earn top five-star rating from CMS Atlantic Health earns top Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital ratings in 2026, with three medical centers achieving five stars and all six receiving four stars or higher.
Press Release​​Atlantic Health hospitals set safety standard with Leapfrog “A” Grade​ Five Atlantic Health medical centers earned Leapfrog ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grades for Spring 2026, highlighting excellence in patient safety and quality care.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health Celebrates 17th Year on the Fortune and Great Place to Work ‘100 Best Companies To Work For®’ ListFor an incredible 17th year, Atlantic Health has earned a spot on the national Great Place to Work® and Fortune’s list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For®,” ranking number 75.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Visiting Nurse top rated home health agency in New Jersey by U.S. News & World ReportAtlantic Visiting Nurse is New Jersey’s top‑rated home health agency in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Home Health list for quality care and patient experience.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health medical centers are “top hospitals” according to Castle ConnollyAtlantic Health’s four medical centers earn 2026 Castle Connolly Top Hospital honors, with Overlook Medical Center named a national Gold Standard Hospital for excellence in patient outcomes and surgical care.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health Chilton Medical Center achieves 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center has earned the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades for the seventh consecutive year.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Centers Named Among World’s Best Hospitals by NewsweekAtlantic Health’s Morristown and Overlook Medical Centers have been named among Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026 for the eighth consecutive year, earning “All-Time Champion” status and recognition for excellence in infection prevention.
Press ReleaseThree Atlantic Health hospitals named among America’s Best by HealthgradesMorristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center are the only two hospitals in New Jersey on the 50 Best list; Chilton Medical Center again among 250 Best
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health CentraState Medical Center earns Beacon Award and Modules Recognition for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care NursesCentraState Medical Center’s inpatient oncology unit has earned the national Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health Overlook Medical Center attains national accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program This accreditation demonstrates Overlook’s commitment to ensuring the safe and effective performance of metabolic and bariatric surgery.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health Morristown Medical Center Gagnon pediatric emergency department recognized as a Certified Autism Center™Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center Gagnon Pediatric Emergency Department in the Goryeb Children’s Hospital has been recognized as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).
Press ReleaseU.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Nursing Homes names The Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center among best in New JerseyU.S. News & World Report has announced its 2026 Best Nursing Homes ratings and awarded The Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center "High Performing", the highest level of recognition offered by U.S. News, in Short-Term Rehabilitation for the sixth consecutive year and resumed recognition in Long-Term Care.
Magnet with Distinction B

ANCC Magnet recognition

Several Atlantic Health hospitals have earned Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Magnet designation reflects exceptional patient outcomes, a supportive professional practice environment, and a strong culture of clinical excellence.

  • Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center
  • Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center
  • Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center
  • Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center
  • Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center

Recognize extraordinary care

Nurses work hard every day to deliver safe and compassionate care. Atlantic Health is a proud partner with the the DAISY Foundation to allow patients, caregivers and colleagues to recognize nurses who have made an impact through exceptional care, empathy, and dedication.

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