These standards have been developed to guide and strengthen the conditions in which nursing staff work, learn, and lead. Rooted in evidence, expert consultation, and frontline experience, these standards aim to embed compassion, equity, and psychological safety into the core of health care practice environments. Organised into three interconnected themes, experience, education, and environment, the 25 standards provide a comprehensive framework for cultivating workplaces where nurses feel valued, supported, and empowered to deliver high-quality care.

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