About Advocate Good Shepherd

Visitor policy

All Advocate Health facilities have a visitor policy in place that helps us ensure safe care. See our visitor policy

Commitment

With more than 700 physicians, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital provides a comprehensive range of services at our 176-bed facility. Our nationally-recognized cancer program, renowned cardiac care, and an extensive range of outpatient services add to our health care program.

Expertise

Good Shepherd Hospital offers many of the most advanced technologies available today, from robotic-assisted surgery to pinpoint precision diagnostic tools. We apply these leading edge practices in every area from breast care and heart health to cancer therapies. Some notable examples include:

  • Recognized with Magnet designation which is the gold standard by which nursing and patient care is measured.
  • Our cardiovascular surgeons deliver expertise in off-pump open heart procedures and minimally invasive approaches to surgical repairs.
  • In the ICU, a state-of-the-art electronic surveillance system keeps a watchful eye on patients 24-hours per day and delivers instant communication between physicians and onsite caregivers.
  • We also provide the full range specialty services to address women’s health care needs through every stage of life.

Our Magnet Journey

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital was designated as a Magnet organization in 2013 and 2018 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In January 2023, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is applying for re-designation.

Magnet is a designation awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to organizations that demonstrate achievement of excellence in patient care and nursing. ANCC has established standards that define the highest quality of nursing practice and patient care. Hospitals applying for Magnet designation must provide written documentation and outcome data to show that those standards have been achieved. Following approval of an organization's written documentation, a site visit by ANCC reviewers is scheduled for further assessment, evaluation and verification.

View Public Notice regarding Magnet site visit

The Public Notice of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital's Magnet Recognition Program Site Visit can be found here.