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As the first organisation in the United Kingdom with this designation, Cleveland Clinic London is setting a high standard for nurse transition-to-practice programmes
Cleveland Clinic London’s Newly Qualified Nurse(NQN) Residency Preceptorship Programme is the first in the United Kingdom to earn accreditation through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP).
PTAP is a global leader in accreditation for nurse residency and fellowship programmes. It evaluates a residency or fellowship programme’s adherence to established standards and its ability to provide comprehensive education and training to its learners.
This accreditation affirms that Cleveland Clinic London’s transition-to-practice programme meets rigorous national standards for quality, outcomes and continuous improvement, distinguishing it as a premier destination for nurses entering the profession or transitioning into new practice settings. The ANCC accreditation process began in January 2026 and included a comprehensive self-study, caregiver surveys, and a virtual site visit conducted by accreditation reviewers.
“This acknowledgement reflects the quality of Cleveland Clinic London’s nurse residency preceptorship programme and the dedication of our caregivers to supporting and developing nursing professionals,” said Beri Ridgeway, M.D., president of Cleveland Clinic London. “I am proud of the caregivers whose expertise, mentorship and commitment made this achievement possible. Their efforts strengthen the care we provide for our patients and communities.”
Cleveland Clinic London’s NQN Residency Preceptorship Programme is aligned with ANCC PTAP and the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and Health Education England (HEE) Preceptorship standards. The programme launched in 2024 with seven newly qualified nurses, including residents in both dedicated specialty and multi-specialty placements. Participants practiced in several inpatient specialties, including cardiovascular services, thoracic, digestive diseases and general surgery, orthopaedics, neurosciences and rehabilitation.
“This accreditation recognises the outstanding work of our preceptors, educators and nursing teams in supporting newly qualified nurses as they transition into practice,” said Tiina Thornton, MSc, RN, Chief Nursing Officer at Cleveland Clinic London. “We are committed to providing the guidance and learning opportunities nurses need to grow professionally and build successful careers.”
PTAP accreditation validates that a transition-to-practice programme is:
Preceptorship is one of several key factors that support newly qualified nurses as they transition to practice. It helps them build confidence and competence while fostering a sense of connection and support in their new roles. By earning this designation, Cleveland Clinic London demonstrates its commitment to supporting nurses during one of the most formative stages of their careers while advancing excellence in patient care and strengthening the nursing profession for the future.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation, Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. Cleveland Clinic is consistently recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world for its expertise and care. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 83,000 employees worldwide are more than 6,600 salaried physicians and researchers, and 21,900 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,725-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 23 hospitals, 300 outpatient facilities, including locations in northeast Ohio; Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2025, there were 15.9 million outpatient encounters, 343,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 336,000 surgeries and procedures throughout Cleveland Clinic’s health system. Visit us at clevelandclinic.org. Follow us at x.com/CleClinicNews. News and resources are available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org.
Cleveland Clinic London is the latest location in Cleveland Clinic’s expanding global footprint, allowing Cleveland Clinic to extend its model of care to more patients than ever. Cleveland Clinic London hospital opened on March 29, 2022. It has 184 beds, including 29 ICU beds; eight operating rooms; a full imaging suite; endoscopy and cardiac catheterisation laboratories; and a full rehabilitation suite. In addition to cardiovascular and thoracic services, it offers neurosciences, orthopaedics, urology, digestive diseases, general surgery, general practice and health screening.
Cleveland Clinic London consists of a hospital and two outpatient centres – Cleveland Clinic Portland Place Outpatient Centre in the Harley Street Medical Area, and Cleveland Clinic Moorgate Outpatient Centre. Visit us at clevelandcliniclondon.uk. Follow us at twitter.com/clecliniclondon. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/london.
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