Nursing definitions
ICN currently has a short and long version of the term "nursing", as well as that of "nurse". We are working on reviewing and updating these definitions to better align with contemporary practice and the diverse needs of the global nursing community.
Current nursing definitions
ICN currently has a long definition of "nursing" and a definition of "nurse" dating from 1987. In 2002, a short definition of "nursing" was approved.
Definition of Nursing project
ICN’s Definition of Nursing project aims to review and update our definition of nursing to better align with contemporary practice and the diverse needs of the global nursing community.