“The Future of Nursing” by Institute of Medicine

Introduction

Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) report The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health was issued in 2010 to encourage the transformation of the nursing profession in education, practice, and leadership. The four key messages outlined in the report are the committee’s main recommendations designed to ensure the proper transformation of the health care system. In general, the report highlights nurses’ growing role and expanding duties in the near future, thus increasing the need for related changes. Successful transformation of the health care system is not possible without ongoing advancements in nursing skills and knowledge.