Several stakeholders are involved in the process of policy change in nursing. Key players include:
- Nurses: Frontline nurses provide valuable insights and feedback based on their clinical experiences. - Healthcare Administrators: They help implement and manage policy changes within healthcare facilities. - Professional Nursing Organizations: Groups like the American Nurses Association (ANA) advocate for policy changes that benefit the nursing profession. - Legislators and Policymakers: Government officials at local, state, and national levels create and enact laws that impact nursing practice. - Patients and the Public: Their needs and concerns can drive the demand for policy changes.
