Nursing Excellence

For 120 years, nursing has been at the heart of compassionate care at LDS Hospital. Founded in 1905 through the vision and generosity of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Dr. W.H. Groves — a Salt Lake City dentist committed to enhancing community health — the hospital began a legacy of service that endures to this day. 

Recognizing the need for highly trained nurses, LDS Hospital campus included a school of nursing. The first nursing class graduated in 1906, just five pioneering nurses. For nearly 50 years, the school nurtured generations of skilled nurses who have touched countless lives in Salt Lake City and beyond.

• Leapfrog Grade “A” 11x in a row
• Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals
• Newsweek America’s Best Cancer Hospitals – 3 years
• US News Utah’s Best Hospital
• US News High Performing Hospital
  • Orthopedics
  • Maternity
  • Colorectal / GI
  • Leukemia / Lymphoma / Myeloma
• CMS 5-Star Rated – 8 years
• Lown Institute Hospital Index
  • #1 in Utah for Social Responsibility
  • #16 nationally for Most Socially Responsible Acute Care Hospitals
• Women’s Choice Awards Best Hospitals
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Patient Safety
  • Obstetrics
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Patient Experience 

LDS Hospital uses the Intermountain Health Nursing Professional Practice Model (NPPM). Our NPPM defines our professional nursing practice and reflects the mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health. The model guides and unifies the practice of all nurses in every care setting throughout the organization.

Elements of the model define and highlight the significance of our daily professional work. Over 3,000 nursing caregivers participated in voting for the final model design and chose our model as a representation of how we deliver care every day. Our NPPM truly represents the talent, engagement, dedication, and culture of nurses at Intermountain.

Elements of the Nursing Professional Practice Model 

• Advocate
  Nurses confidently speak up to support safe, effective, equitable, timely, patient-centered care. We create a psychologically safe, ethical work environment, promote a positive image of nursing both inside and outside our organization, and encourage taking time for self-care.
• Empower
  Nurses encourage self-determination and informed decision-making, validate patient’s concerns and preferences, and empower patients with knowledge and resources. We empower ourselves as leaders, demonstrate ownership of our practice, and take accountability for our professional and personal growth.
• Innovate
  Nurses skillfully practice a spirit of inquiry, use evidence-based decision making, and contribute to new knowledge through research and creative innovations. We utilize technology, teamwork, creativity, and agility to improve patient outcomes and nurse experience.
• Collaborate
  Nurses reflectively listen, use appropriate communication to educate, and keep patients informed and involved in their care. We respect, trust, and recognize each team member’s unique contribution and seek opportunities to partner and share goals.
• Inspire
  Nurses offer hope and encouragement, instill confidence to overcome challenges, provide reassurance during setbacks, and celebrate wins. We encourage growth to meet our maximum potential, recognize and express gratitude for accomplishments, and uplift and believe in one another.

Welcome to LDS Hospital, where our legacy of nursing excellence spans more than 120 years. As the Chief Nursing Officer, I am honored to represent a team of compassionate and dedicated nurses who embody the very heart of our mission—Helping people live the healthiest lives possible.

Right now, LDS Hospital is on an exciting journey to achieve Magnet Status. This isn’t just a badge of honor—it’s a reflection of our deep commitment to clinical excellence, better patient outcomes, and supporting nurses in their professional growth. Magnet recognition will help us continue raising the bar for patient care, empower our nurses to lead and innovate, and ensure our patients and their families receive the very best care.

Thank you for taking time to get to know us. We invite you to join us on this journey and help shape the next chapter of nursing at LDS Hospital.

With gratitude,

Hallie Rector, MSN, RN
Chief Nursing Officer
LDS Hospital