St. Cloud VA Medical Center has received a number of accreditations and awards. Some of our recent accomplishments include:

2007-2010 Joint Commission Accreditation

Joint Commission accreditation is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality and signals an organization's commitment to improving safety and quality of care. St. Cloud VA Medical Center was accredited in 2007 for the Hospital, Long Term Care, Behavioral Health and Home Care programs. A culture of continuous improvement is fostered through ongoing monitoring and measuring.

College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation

In 2007, the St. Cloud VA Medical Center's Laboratory received this accreditation from the American Board for Certification. Accreditation is for a period of two years.

Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitiation Facilities (CARF)    

CARF is a nonprofit accreditor of human service providers, and CARF-accredited organizations demonstrate compliance with internationally recognized standards and a focus on consumer satisfaction. The Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Programs at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center have achieved CARF accreditation. Preparations are in progress for the Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program to apply for accreditation in 2009.

VISN 23 Environmental Award

The St. Cloud VA Medical Center won its network's (VA Midwest Health Care Network) first Environmental Award in 2008. This award acknowledges the successful blending of the Green Environmental Management System into the facility's mission.