National Nursing Advocacy Efforts
Working collaboratively to strengthen nursing leadership, healthcare policy, and patient outcomes.
Advocacy Through Education, Collaboration, and Leadership
ACNA supports initiatives that strengthen nursing practice, advance professional education, improve patient outcomes, and elevate the role of nurses within healthcare policy discussions.
Current Areas of Focus
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Professional Practice Recognition
Supporting the advancement and recognition of cannabis nursing as a specialty area of practice.
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Nursing Education Advancement
Promoting educational opportunities and evidence-based learning for healthcare professionals.
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Patient Safety & Public Health
Encouraging informed, patient-centered approaches that prioritize safety, education, and quality care.
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Research & Evidence-Based Practice
Supporting the development and dissemination of scientific research that advances clinical knowledge and nursing practice.
National Nursing Advocacy Efforts
ACNA recognizes the value of collaboration with organizations and initiatives that advance nursing leadership and healthcare outcomes.
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ANA Activities
Monitoring and sharing relevant initiatives, advocacy efforts, and professional developments from the broader nursing community.
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Washington State Initiatives
Highlighting state-level efforts that contribute to professional practice advancement, healthcare policy discussions, and nursing leadership.
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Policy Proposals
Providing educational information regarding proposed legislation, healthcare initiatives, and policy developments relevant to nurses and patients.
Strengthening Our Collective Impact
Meaningful change occurs when nurses, educators, researchers, healthcare leaders, and professional organizations work together to improve healthcare outcomes and advance the nursing profession.