Organized in 1960, the Interagency Council on Information Resources for Nursing is a voluntary group made up of agencies and organizations concerned with providing library and informational resources for nursing and improving access to library services for all nurses. Each member organization appoints a representative and an alternate, usually a nurse or librarian, to serve on the Council.
Members volunteer for committee assignments.
There currently are standing committees for archives, bylaws, convention planning, and membership. To establish an effective system of information resources for nursing to advance the profession through the promotion and use of its literature. The Council meets twice yearly where members exchange information, ideas, and experiences, explore the library and information needs of nurses, and make suggestions to appropriate executive bodies regarding the development and use of library and informational resources. The Council also promotes the use of library resources through publications, programs, and exhibits at nursing, library, and health related meetings. Council members provide consultation to librarians and nurses throughout the country.