Legislative and Political Advocacy for Nurses | ANA - ANA Enterprise
Discover how legislative and political advocacy are pivotal to advancing the nursing profession and patient care. ANA believes that advocacy is a pillar of nursing. Find federal & state resources, advocacy tools & updates, easy ways to contact your legislators & much more.
Practice and Advocacy - Nursing Empowerment | ANA - ANA …
Learn how ANA is advancing the nursing profession by advocating for, and supporting nurses to practice to their full license, education, and training. Find resources to innovate and improve your work environment, engage in health policy, and advocate for your profession while also caring for …
Federal Nursing Issues - Advocacy & Getting Involved | ANA
The American Nurses Association (ANA) works to advance the nursing profession and improve health and health care for all. One of the primary ways we achieve this is by advocating on behalf of registered nurses at the top levels of government as policies are …
Advocacy Resources for ANA Members-Only | ANA - ANA Enterprise
ANA-PAC is a political action committee dedicated to electing nurse champions to U.S. Congress to help advance ANA’s legislative priorities. Here, you can find information about what PACs are, what the PAC does, Leadership Society educational materials, how to start raising money from your personal networks to benefit ANA-PAC, and more.
Beyond the Nurse Practice Act: Making a Difference through …
Jan 1, 2020 · This article will begin by briefly addressing the role of nurses in advocacy to advance professional practice, and offer background information about the changing healthcare industry that has influenced the example of advocacy we discuss.
View the Code of Ethics for Nurses | ANA - ANA Enterprise
In an effort to provide easy access to The Code, we are providing "view only" access, not only for ANA members, but for all nurses and the public. Also, in recognition of the impact ethical practice has on patient safety and the quality of care, ANA has designated 2015 as the "Year of Ethics," highlighted by the release of a revised code of ...
Federal Advocacy Library - Policy & Government Affairs | ANA
The American Nurses Association (ANA) Policy & Government Affairs department engages in public policy making to promote the wellbeing of nurses, demonstrate the value of nursing domestically, and improve the nation’s healthcare system for the benefit of all.
Advocating for Safe Staffing in Nursing | ANA - ANA Enterprise
Find out how ANA advocates for safe staffing by working closely with our constituent & state nurses associations to monitor & advocate for state-level policies.
ANA State Government Affairs Program - ANA Enterprise
The ANA's Policy & State Government Affairs program monitors trends in nursing-related legislation in the states. More than 1,000 nursing and healthcare related bills introduced in state legislatures each session are reviewed.
Join the American Nurses Association | ANA - ANA Enterprise
Interested in joining the American Nurses Association? Read about the various member benefits, types of memberships, and details on how to join.