Kaweah Health Earns Gold Seal

Kaweah Health has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Primary Stroke Center Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization's commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

Kaweah Health underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review in March. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with advanced primary stroke center standards spanning several areas including response time and employees' knowledge of the signs of stroke.

"We work hard, not just making sure every employee at Kaweah Health knows the signs of stroke, but also educating the community," said Cheryl Smit, Kaweah Health Stroke Program manager.

Kaweah Health has received the Gold Seal of Approval since 2018.

The Joint Commission's standards are developed in consultation with healthcare experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. They are informed by scientific literature and expert consensus to help health care organizations measure, assess and improve performance. The surveyors also conducted onsite observations and interviews.

"As a healthcare accreditor, the Joint Commission works with healthcare organizations across care settings to inspire safer and higher quality of care that is more equitable and compassionate," said Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, the commission's executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer. "We commend Kaweah Health for its commitment to advance safety, quality, equity, and compassion for all patients."