RCH awarded Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center certification

Riverside, Calif, — Riverside Community Hospital, an affiliate of HCA Healthcare, has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval^® and the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center Certification.

Riverside Community Hospital underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review on May 21 & 22, 2024. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with related certification standards including program management, supporting self-management, and delivering and facilitating clinical care. Joint Commission standards are developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. The reviewers also conducted onsite observations and interviews.

“Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center Certification recognizes healthcare organizations committed to striving for excellence and fostering continuous improvement in patient safety and quality of care,” says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, The Joint Commission. “We commend Riverside Community Hospital for using The Joint Commission certification process to reduce variation in clinical processes and to strengthen its clinical program to drive safer, higher quality and more compassionate care for individuals served.”

“We congratulate Riverside Community Hospital for this outstanding achievement,” says Nancy Brown, chief executive officer, the American Heart Association. “This certification reflects its commitment to providing the highest quality of care for cardiac patients.”

“Our first priority is quality patient care in all our services,” says Peter Hemstead, chief executive officer at Riverside Community Hospital. “Our team’s dedication to meeting the rigorous standards of the American Heart Association and The Joint Commission better serve our community and the needs of the Inland Empire region. We work toward and achieve voluntary certifications and accreditations because it’s what our community deserves.”

For more information, please visit The Joint Commission website.