Strategic Plan The Board of Directors of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) uses the strategic plan to guide and direct activities, programs, alliances, and collaborations. View the Strategic Plan. Initiatives and Outcomes Mission AMSN is a dynamic community of medical-surgical nurses that are committed to quality patient care through professional development, certification, scholarship, and advocacy. Vision AMSN is the recognized leader in medical-surgical nursing. Core Values AMSN, its members, volunteers and staff are guided by: Dedication: We are passionately devoted to the well-being of medical-surgical nurses and those under their care. Transformation: We lead innovation in all aspects of medical-surgical nursing. Collaboration: We actively seek to engage with members of the interdisciplinary team, other nursing specialties, and external stakeholders to achieve common goals that reflect and promote our strategic goals and values. Advocacy: We are courageous and proactive in advocating for medical-surgical nurses and patients, from the point of care to the boardroom, and from the payor to the legislative arena. Tagline Compassion. Commitment. Connection. Printer-friendly version