The Role of Nursing Leadership in Shaping a Uniform National Health Policy in Pakistan

Anny Ashiqali*, Waheed Ullah**
* Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Ziauddin University, Karachi, Pakistan.
**The Quaid-e-Azam Institute of Nursing and Health Sciences, Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Periodicity:April - June'2024
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.14.1.20571

Abstract

This opinion paper emphasizes the pivotal role of nursing leadership in shaping a unified national health policy for Pakistan, considering the prevailing challenges within the healthcare system. Pakistan faces various hurdles, including healthcare disparities, limited access to quality services, and inadequate infrastructure. Despite the existing national health policy, inconsistencies and fragmentation hinder its effectiveness. The paper argues for the development of a comprehensive national health policy that integrates multiple aspects of healthcare, with a specific focus on nurse leadership. Nurses possess unique expertise in policy development and advocacy, making their involvement crucial for addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by Pakistan's communities and healthcare professionals. The abstract outlines the background of health policy in Pakistan, highlights the gaps in the current policy framework, and underscores the significance of nursing leadership in policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation. Recommendations are provided to engage nursing leadership, prioritize health equity and access, support research and evidence-based practices, and enhance collaboration with international nursing organizations. Ultimately, the paper advocates for the empowerment of nursing leadership to create a healthier and more equitable future for Pakistan's healthcare system.

Keywords

Nursing Leadership, National Health Policy, Healthcare Disparities, Healthcare System, Policy Formulation, Policy Implementation, Policy Evaluation, Health Equity, Access to Healthcare, Nursing Advocacy, Inter-Professional Collaboration, Healthcare Challenges.

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Ashiqali, A., and Ullah, W. (2024). The Role of Nursing Leadership in Shaping a Uniform National Health Policy in Pakistan. i-manager’s Journal on Nursing, 14(1), 20-25. https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.14.1.20571
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