New Jersey Nursing Insights
The New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing (NJCCN)—the nursing workforce center for NJ—presents the New Jersey Nursing Insights Podcast. Now hosted by Drs. Susan Weaver and Daria Waszak, the program features conversations with nurses from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds, each discussing the nature of their profession. Nursing Insights was originally hosted by Stephanie Olaso, MHCI, BSN, RN, who led the program through its first 30 episodes.
New Jersey Nursing Insights
20 | Nurse Advocacy 101: How You Can Make a Difference in Healthcare Legislation
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In this episode of Nursing Insights, we dive into the world of nurse advocacy and explore how it plays a crucial role in protecting and advancing the nursing profession. Judy Schmidt, CEO of the New Jersey State Nurses Association (NJSNA), returns to share her insights on how nurses can influence legislation, advocate for their profession, and the vital laws that have been passed to protect both nurses and patients.
From the Nurse Licensure Compact to the Alternative to Discipline Act, Judy explains the legislative victories that have shaped nursing in New Jersey. We also discuss how nurses can get involved in advocacy at various levels, whether it’s getting informed, contacting legislators, or even running for office.
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of nurse advocacy in shaping healthcare policy.
- How New Jersey nurses have fought for key legislation that supports their work and patients' well-being.
- Opportunities for nurses to get involved in legislative efforts and influence change in their profession.
Tune in to learn about the power of nurse advocacy and how it can impact healthcare.
