Norwegian Nurses Organisation

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Norwegian Nurses Organisation
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Formation 1912
Type Professional organization
Headquarters Oslo, Norway
Membership N/A
Language Norwegian
Leader title President
Leader name
Website nsf.no


The Norwegian Nurses Organisation (Norwegian: Norsk Sykepleierforbund , abbreviated as NSF) is a professional organization and trade union in Norway that represents nurses. It was founded in 1912 and has its headquarters in Oslo.

History[edit | edit source]

The Norwegian Nurses Organisation was established in 1912 to advocate for the interests of nurses in Norway. Over the years, it has played a significant role in improving the working conditions, salaries, and professional standards for nurses. The organization has been involved in various healthcare reforms and has contributed to the development of nursing education in Norway.

Objectives[edit | edit source]

The main objectives of the Norwegian Nurses Organisation include:

Membership[edit | edit source]

Membership in the Norwegian Nurses Organisation is open to all registered nurses in Norway. The organization offers various benefits to its members, including legal assistance, professional insurance, and access to educational resources.

Activities[edit | edit source]

The Norwegian Nurses Organisation engages in a wide range of activities, such as:

  • Organizing conferences and seminars on topics related to nursing and healthcare.
  • Publishing research and reports on issues affecting the nursing profession.
  • Collaborating with other national and international nursing organizations.
  • Advocating for policies that improve the healthcare system and the working conditions of nurses.

See also[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

Template:Nursing organizations Template:Trade unions in Norway Template:Healthcare in Norway

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