AMSN Positions on Issues In Nursing
Position Statements Are an Important Tool Used by AMSN
AMSN defined position statements that are directed at achieving the mission, vision, and strategic plan. They can be used by medical-surgical nurses in all practice settings.
AMSN Statement Future of Nursing Committee
Former AMSN President Dr. Linda Yoder presents comments on behalf of AMSN at the Future of Nursing 2020/2030 inaugural meeting in Washington, DC
AMSN Has Developed Position Statements in the Following Areas
Practice Environment Advocacy
AMSN created this practice environment advocacy position statement to respond to a need indicated in a member survey. AMSN wants to empower nurses to transform their workplaces.
Staffing Standards for Patient Care
AMSN supports provision of the highest quality patient care through appropriate use of staffing standards.
Political Awareness for the RN
Medical-surgical nurses are the largest group of health care professionals must recognize their inherent power to influence change in health policy.
Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification
AMSN supports certification as a commitment to safe, evidence-based, holistic care which results in desired patient outcomes.
Health Literacy
AMSN recognizes that health literacy is crucial to patient safety and health maintenance.
