Dr. Dollinger will discuss the importance of advocacy by nurses; differentiate lobbying and advocacy; discuss strategies for advocacy including understanding the policy and political process, communication with legislators and visits to district and capitol offices. Dr. Dollinger will also discuss the current DNA advocacy agenda at the national level.
Learning Objectives:
Review the reasons why advocacy by nurses is important to both patient care and the profession.
Review the policy process and how the political process affects policy advocacy.
Discuss strategies for focused and strategic “grass tops” advocacy.
Review DNA advocacy resources and select federal legislative priorities.
Analyze relevant political issues that influence policy advocacy outcomes
ANCC Credits: 1.0