Australian College of Nursing
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The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is the national professional organisation for nurses in all health and aged care settings. The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is the preeminent and national leader of the nursing profession. ACN’s intent is to enhance health care by advancing nurse leadership. It does this by developing and nurturing the leadership skills and expertise of nurses. Through its membership and education services, and leadership development program, ACN encourages and supports nurses at every level to develop their leadership skills and competency in order to make a strong contribution to policy by providing their professional, economic and health perspectives.
ACN is a registered higher education and a registered training organisation. ACN is also the Australian member of the International Council of Nurses.
ACN believes that all nurses can be leaders, regardless of their job title or position. Leadership is a mindset and a set of actions, commitments and beliefs that produce results. Nurse leaders and nurses with leadership skills are needed at every level of the health and aged care systems, to inform and shape the strategic direction and drive the necessary changes.
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Merry Christmas! ACN would like to wish those of you with time off from work today, a safe and happy holiday. ACN would also like to acknowledge each and every nurse who will be working today and over this holiday period. Your contribution to society and commitment to keeping our communities safe is highly valued. ACN is proud to represent nurses and nurse leaders who work tirelessly to deliver high-quality health care services 24/7. We admire and appreciate your work ethic, dedication and self-sacrifice.
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From all of us here at ACN, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season! Our offices will be closed from Friday 23rd December until Monday 9th January. ACN wishes to thank all of the tireless nurses who will be working over this holiday period. Your contribution to society and commitment to keeping our communities safe is highly valued.
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