Health Policy & Advocacy

ARN is committed to making sure rehabilitation nurses across the country are being represented in Washington, DC. You too can learn about health policy, advocacy and how to make your voice heard through ARN's Health Policy and Advocacy programs.  Those interested can view ARN's Health Policy Agenda, review correspondence, and track legislation related to rehabilitation nursing. Each month ARN disseminates up-to-date information to members about Health Policy issues through the Health Policy Digest e-newsletter.  In addition, the Health Policy Toolkit will help you gain a better understanding of the process and how to become an advocate for rehabilitations nurses.  And, now you can express your views directly to your representatives in Washington, DC through Action Alerts and Legislator Look Up. 

Nurse In Washington Internship (NIWI)
NIWI is an opportunity for nurses to learn the skills needed to be effective advocates for themselves and their patients. The lessons learned at NIWI are applicable at not just the federal level; the knowledge gained translates to local advocacy, as well. Learn more at the NIWI website, or visit ARN NIWI scholarship for more information!

2011 ARN Conference, Welcome message from Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kathleen Sebelius.

Position Statements
Learn how ARN stands on important issues that affect rehabilitation nursing.

Health Policy Agenda & Activities
See what activities and correspondence ARN has committed itself to when addressing health policy legislators and lobbyists.

Health Policy Toolkit
Visit this section to learn how to become a rehabilitation nurse advocate how to get involved in the process.

MedPAC reports
Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) reports to Congress.

Action Alert
Directly respond to your political leaders about current legislation either being considered or passed that affects rehabilitation nursing.

Legislator Look up
Find the lawmakers in your district!