Institute:Office of National Coordinator (ONC) Workforce Training Curriculum
Component:Introduction to Health Care and Public Health in the U.S.
Unit:Regulating Health Care
Lecture:Nonprofit Accrediting Orgs, Regulatory Bodies, and Professional Associations in U.S. Health Care
Slide content:American Nurses Association (ANA) Nonprofit professional organization that represents the interests of the USAs 3.4 million registered nurses Focus areas Fostering high standards of nursing practice Promoting a safe and ethical work environment Bolstering the health and wellness of nurses Advocating for nurses and the public 33
Slide notes:The American Nurses Association, or ANA, is a nonprofit organization which represents the interests of the nations three point four million registered nurses. The ANAs areas of focus are: Fostering high standards of nursing practice Promoting a safe and ethical work environment Bolstering the health and wellness of nurses Advocating on health care issues that affect nurses and the public 33