Jintana Yunibhand February 11, 2006 The Nurses’ Association of Thailand Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005 International Nursing Leadership: The role and vision of ICN Associate Professor Dr. Jintana Yunibhand RN, Ph.D. The President of NAT

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 The International Council of Nurses - ICN  A federation of national nurses’ association (NNAs)  Founded in 1899  Representing nurses in 129 countries  Is the world’s first and widest reaching international organization for health professionals

Jintana Yunibhand February 11, 2006 The Nurses’ Association of Thailand Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005 The Nurses’ Association of Thailand Under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness the Princess Mother By Jintana Yunibhand

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 History

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 The Nurses’ Association of Thailand [NAT] The national philanthropic organization that promotes the continued growth and development of nurses and service to advance the work of nursing profession through the development and support of programs of excellence throughout the country.

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 NAT  Founded in May 6, 1929  Under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness the Princess Mother since 1957  Enrolled a full membership of the International Council of Nurses in 1961

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006  A center of the research, education, charitable and collaboration among nurses, particularly the Nursing Council of Thailand.  The Association compliments the work of the Nursing Council of Thailand, the largest official nursing organization and other national and locally groups in Thailand NAT

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 NAT and The Nursing Council : Two major national nursing organizations in Thailand  Established in 1961  Forum of nurses  Enhancing the quality of nursing service through ethical development, the advancement of nurses and nursing profession  Welfare for members  Established in 1985  Licensing & relicensing  Accreditation  Certification of APN and CNEU  Monitor nursing standard quality & Professional development

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Objectives 1. To be a forum and a center for sharing and exchanging of knowledge, expertise related to nursing profession 2. To promote the unity, morality and professional ethics in nursing practice 3. To advance nursing profession through the development of standards of nursing practice, promoting excellence of nursing education, research and dissemination of knowledge

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Objectives [Con.] 4. To maintain equity and assist the welfare of members 5. To prevent and solve the problems of burdens ramifying nursing profession advancement

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Objectives [Con.] 6. To assist in promoting and maintaining the welfare, health, well-being of the people 7. To represent the members in communication and collaboration with all government and private institutes, nationally and internationally

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Members : 5 categories 1. Honorary member: invited by the executive board 2. Regular member: graduate nurses form accredited nursing schools, professional and technical nurses 3. Affiliated member: approved practical nurses or assistant midwives 4. Young member: nursing students 5. Member organization: association or society of nursing specialization or alumni of nursing schools

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Being a member  Send the application to the Head Quarter in Bangkok  Membership [5 categories]: –Honorary member: no due payment –Regular member: lifetime –2000 Bahts –Affiliated member: yearly – 300 Bahts –Young member: yearly –100 Bahts –Member organization: Association- 500Baths, Society –300 Bahts

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 NAT, Southern Office NAT,Head Quarte r NAT, Northern Office NAT, Eastern Office NAT, Northeastern Office

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Administration  Executive board – 25 members –14 Elected from member at large –4 Presidents of regional division –7 Invited nurse experts  Term in office: 2 years and may serve only 2 consecutive terms

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, Standing Committee  Academic  Nursing practice  Research  Community service  Nursing journal  Special nurses  Public relation

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, Standing Committee  International relation  Welfare  Fund raising  Professional development  Librarian  Ad hoc

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN Vision  United within ICN, the nurses of all nations speak with one voice.  The International Council of Nurses is set to serve as a hub for the international exchange of ideas, experience and expertise for the nursing professional.

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, ICN  ICN operated by nurses for nurses, ICN works to ensure quality nursing care for all, sound health policies globally, the advancement of nursing knowledge, and the presence worldwide of a respected nursing profession and a competent and satisfied nursing workforce

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN's Mission: To represent nursing worldwide, advancing the profession and influencing health policy. ICN’s 3 Goals and 5 Values

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 T o bring nursing together To advance nurses T o influence health policy ICN Visionary Leadership, Inclusiveness, Flexibility, Partnership, Achievement

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN Goals 1.To bring nursing together worldwide; 2.To advance nurses and nursing worldwide; 3.To influence health policy.

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN Advances nursing, nurses and health through its policies, partnerships, advocacy, leadership development, networks, congresses, special projects, and by its work in the arenas of professional practice, regulation and socio-economic welfare.

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN Values  1. Visionary Leadership  2. Inclusiveness  3. Flexibility  4. Partnership  5. Achievement

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN Strategies ICN has chosen a networking mechanism to do this because networks are about:  Getting to know people outside your immediate circle of contacts;  Establishing and using contacts for information, support and other assistance;  Building relationships; and most importantly networks  Communication

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN Actions  Identify issues early and monitor how they develop;  Follow trends;  Offer special expertise through creating a resource pool from network members;  Disseminate ICN’s and others’ work in the area of interest; and  Organize meetings and conferences.

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN is particularly active in: A. Professional Nursing Practice  International classification of nursing practice - ICNP®  Advanced nursing practice  Entrepreneurship

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN is particularly active in: A. Professional Nursing Practice  Women’s health  Primary health care  Family health  Safe water

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN is particularly active in: B. Nursing Regulation  Regulation and Credentialing  Code of ethics, standards and competencies  Continuing education

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 ICN is particularly active in: C. Socio-economic Welfare for Nurses  Occupational health and safety  Human resources planning and policy  Remuneration, salary and wages  Career development  International trade in professional services

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Activities of ICN  ICN congress  ICN International Conference and CNR  ICN Workforce Forum

Jintana Yunibhand, The Nurses’ Association of Thailand “Student Assembly and Exhibition of ICN Congress 2005”, February 11, 2006 Activities of ICN  International Regulation  Nursing Leadership Training Conference  Creative Nursing guidelines  International Classification Nursing Practice ICNP

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