A framework for planned policy change.

Recently, more nurses have become more engaged in policy work. This article provides a process for nurses to frame their work from policy inception through policy evaluation. Although policy often takes considerable time to develop, especially at the federal level, it can also arise out of chaos. This framework focuses on planned changes, even in chaotic conditions. The intent of this framework is to help nurses determine where their individual talents can best be used and to appreciate that the full process must be used if an effective policy is to result.