NZ Nurses Organisation President Anne Daniels talks nurse strikes, policy and AI
In our recent Nursing and the Law conference, representatives from practice, policy and legal:
– Discussed the latest healthcare reforms, legal obligations, and workforce challenges
– Explored culturally safe and equitable care under Te Tiriti o Waitangi,
– Examined ethical and psychosocial risks, and
– Discussed legal implications in digital nursing, staffing, and patient safety.
In one of our sessions, Anne Daniels explored at length safe nurse staffing levels, examining their impact on patient outcomes and nurse wellbeing, the consequences of chronic understaffing, current policies and guidelines, case studies of effective staffing models, and strategies to overcome barriers through leadership, advocacy, and collaboration.
We met her after her talk: check out our interview below and get her thoughts on the biggest conversations for nurses in 2025 and 2026.
Continue the conversation with Anne and other sector thought leaders at our upcoming Nursing Leaders’ Summit! Learn lessons from Australia and smartly using AI.
Discussions will also cover evidence-based staffing models, strategies for psychologically safe work environments, and the role of nursing leadership in shaping policy, advocating for resources, and strengthening teams.
Participants will gain practical insights to enhance patient safety, build resilient teams, and sustain a healthy nursing workforce.
Learn more via link below.
