Why Nurses in Politics Matter
This profession is ranked the most trusted in the U.S.
What is nursing?
This level of government handles funding and Medicare/Medicaid.
What is federal government?
Safe staffing laws are designed to protect ______.
What are patients
This group lobbies Congress for nurses’ workplace rights.
What is the ANA (American Nurses Association)
Just 20 of these can sway a vote.
What are phone calls
Politics affects staffing, safety, pay, and
What is scope of practice?
This level of government controls nurse licensure and scope of practice.
What is state government?
These advanced providers are in high demand, especially in primary care.
What are nurse practitioners (NPs)
Grassroots action often starts at this level.
What is the community/local level?
What is the most effective way to lobby
What is meeting face-to-face
Speaking up in politics helps nurses
What is protect patients and strengthen the profession?
This level of government handles programs like vaccination clinics and school/community health.
What is the local government?
What is the role of HRSA Title VIII programs?
Provide scholarships and loan repayment.
Hospitals with strong nurse support and better outcomes are called ______ hospitals.
What are Magnet hospitals?
Petitions, rallies, and social media campaigns are examples of this kind of action.
What is grassroots politics?