Political activism is one form of valuing and acting within the discipline. Nurses are altruistic and strive to do what is morally right in the service of human beings and society. Nurses are proactive in engaging in health promotion and prevention of ill health. They advocate for others and work to provide access to health care for all. Nurses examine the constraints of modern organizations and work to create systemic change that is more responsive to the needs of the global population.
Nurses strive to return the face of humanity to health care systems.
Nurses are open to change, anticipate change, and respond to the challenge of change. Current challenges include changes in economic and technologic realities at national and international levels. A goal for nursing knowledge and action is to empower communities. Commitment to empowerment of others requires a fierce compassion from nurses. Nursing theory expresses the values and beliefs of the discipline, helps to frame the human experience, and guides the caring process.