Position Statements Created to Raise Awareness

Periodically the ARN Board of Directors develop and approve position statements intended to raise awareness and express the opinions of the association on important issues related to rehabilitation nursing.

• The Essential Role of Rehabilitation Nurses During the COVID-19 Pandemic
• ARN Advocates for COVID-19 Vaccinations of Rehabilitation Nurses and Nursing Staff
• The Role of the Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse on the Rehabilitation Nursing Team
• Rehabilitation Nursing Criteria for Determination and Documentation of Medical Necessity in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility
• Role of the Nurse on the Rehabilitation Team
• Safe Patient Handling and Mobility
• The Rehabilitation Nurse as Case Manager
• Ethical Issues
• Factors to Consider in Decisions About Staffing in Rehabilitation Nursing Settings
• The Role of Nursing Assistive Personnel in the Rehabilitation Setting
• The Appropriate Inclusion of Rehabilitation Nurses Wherever Rehabilitation Is Provided
• Inclusion of Rehabilitation Concepts as a Component of Generic Content in BSN Programs
• Advanced Practice in Rehabilitation Nursing
• Rehabilitation of People with Cancer

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Statement

ARN has long sought to reflect and represent all nurses inclusive of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, and life experiences. ARN recognizes the significance of the contributions that a diverse community of nurses can make to the field of rehabilitation and is further committed to an environment of inclusivity and respect for all members.

Therefore, ARN is committed to:

• Championing an inclusive environment where all perspectives are heard and valued.
• Providing education and resources for our members towards improved understanding of issues of bias, cultural competence, and health equity, to improve healthcare outcomes for all.
• Supporting and encouraging leadership diversity by ensuring that systems within ARN for elections, appointments, and other opportunities are equitable for all members.
• Creating opportunities for open dialogue on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion among members to create deeper understanding.
• Incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in ARN strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Advocating for people with disabilities and chronic illnesses.
• Advocating for policy change, along with other associations, towards ending systemic racism in healthcare, as well as unequal, unjust treatment for all marginalized individuals.

ARN encourages you to share these statements with your colleagues!