What Are Some Key Areas Where Nurses Can Influence Policy?
Nurses can impact policy in several key areas including:
- Patient Safety: Advocating for policies that ensure safer patient care practices. - Healthcare Access: Supporting policies that increase access to healthcare services for underserved populations. - Workforce Development: Promoting policies that address nurse staffing levels, education, and professional development. - Public Health: Influencing policies that tackle public health issues such as vaccination, mental health, and chronic disease management.
