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| Formation | 1973 |
| Type | Professional organization |
| Headquarters | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Membership | 2,700 Fellows |
| Language | N/A |
| Leader title | N/A |
| Leader name | N/A |
| Website | aanet.org |
The American Academy of Nursing (AAN) is a professional organization that aims to advance health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. Founded in 1973, the Academy is composed of approximately 2,700 nursing leaders who have been recognized for their extraordinary contributions to nursing and health care.
History[edit]
The American Academy of Nursing was established in 1973 with the mission to serve the public and the nursing profession by advancing health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. The Academy's founding was driven by the need to create a body of nursing leaders who could influence health policy and improve the quality of health care.
Mission and Goals[edit]
The mission of the American Academy of Nursing is to serve the public and the nursing profession by advancing health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. The Academy's goals include:
- Transforming health care policy and practice through nursing knowledge.
- Promoting the health of all people by advancing the quality of health care.
- Enhancing the capacity of the nursing profession to influence health policy.
Membership[edit]
Membership in the American Academy of Nursing is composed of Fellows who are selected based on their significant contributions to nursing and health care. Fellows are recognized for their leadership in education, management, practice, and research. The Academy's Fellows include nurse leaders in education, management, practice, and research.
Activities[edit]
The American Academy of Nursing engages in a variety of activities to fulfill its mission, including:
- Policy advocacy: The Academy works to influence health policy at the national and international levels.
- Research dissemination: The Academy supports the dissemination of nursing research to improve health care outcomes.
- Leadership development: The Academy provides opportunities for leadership development among its Fellows.
Publications[edit]
The Academy publishes the Nursing Outlook journal, which features articles on policy, practice, and research in nursing and health care. The journal serves as a platform for disseminating knowledge and influencing health policy.
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