About Us
Wo Pflege und Ökonomik zusammentreffen.
Der Akademische Verein für Pflegeökonomik (Academic Society Nursing Economics – ASNE) vereint Pflegefachpersonen, Forschende und Führungspersönlichkeiten, die an der Schnittstelle von Pflege und Gesundheitsökonomik tätig sind.
Uns verbindet ein gemeinsames Ziel: wissenschaftliche Evidenz zu nutzen, um die Versorgung für Patient:innen, Fachpersonen und das Schweizer Gesundheitssystem zu verbessern.
An academic association of the Swiss Association for Nursing Science (VfP-APSI)
Über ASNE
Die Pflegeökonomik verbindet Gesundheitsökonomik, Versorgungsforschung, Outcomes-Forschung und Gesundheitspolitik mit den Realitäten der Pflegepraxis. Sie widmet sich Fragen, die für eine nachhaltige und qualitativ hochwertige Versorgung entscheidend sind: Wie sollen Ressourcen verteilt werden? Was kostet wirksame Pflege – und welchen Wert schafft sie? Wie kann Evidenz bessere Entscheidungen in der klinischen Praxis, im Management und in der Politik unterstützen?
Das Schweizer Gesundheitssystem verändert sich rasant. EFAS, die neue einheitliche Finanzierung, die von den Schweizer Stimmberechtigten im November 2024 angenommen wurde, wird ab 2028 die Finanzierung der Versorgung über alle Settings hinweg neu gestalten. Offene Fragen rund um die Abgeltung von APN-Leistungen und die Umsetzung der Pflegeinitiative verleihen zusätzliche Dringlichkeit. ASNE setzt sich dafür ein, dass die Pflegewissenschaft in diesen Debatten eine starke und fundierte Stimme hat.
Wir fördern die Zusammenarbeit, treiben Forschung voran und verbinden Evidenz mit Praxis und Politik – in der klinischen Versorgung, der Wissenschaft, dem Management und der Gesundheitspolitik in der Schweiz.
How ASNE Was Founded
ASNE emerged in response to a gap that many in the Swiss nursing research community had identified:
The economic aspects of nursing were becoming increasingly important, yet nursing was only marginally represented in these discussions.
During her tenure as president of the VfP, Irene Bischofberger advocated early on and consistently for this topic to be given its own platform. In 2020, a lecture by Irene Bischofberger as part of the MSN program at SUPSI in Lugano sparked a discussion. The idea took shape during the evening dinners she shared with Monica Bianchi and Stefan Kunz.
The following year, Monica and Stefan gathered a group of interested colleagues and submitted a formal proposal to establish an AFG Nursing Economics at the VfP General Assembly in May 2021.
The motion was approved, and membership has grown steadily ever since.
The ASNE was founded by twelve experts from across Switzerland: researchers, lecturers, and clinical leaders from universities, hospitals, and care facilities who recognized the value of working together on these issues. Monica Bianchi, Stefan Kunz, Fritz Frauenfelder, and Michael Simon remain active members to this day.
Key Objectives
Ziele | Description | In der Praxis |
Collaboration and Synergies | We are actively seeking partnerships with other scientific societies, professional associations, and nursing networks. Creating synergies across disciplines, institutions, and practice areas is a central component of ASNE’s work. | joint webinars, cross-organizational workshops, interdisciplinary exchange programs |
open dialogue | We provide a forum for honest, practical discussions on the cost-effectiveness of care—ranging from healthcare financing and APN compensation to issues of staffing and care organization. | Regular meetings (online and in person), thematic webinars open to the general public |
Visibility | We promote the role of nursing economics in professional, political, and public discussions. This includes maintaining an active presence on LinkedIn and other social media platforms. | LinkedIn presence, events, media, public relations |
Other goals
Ziele | Description | in der Praxis |
Research and Evidence | We support research in health economics and promote the application of scientific findings in clinical practice, management, and health policy. A joint research agenda is planned for the future. | Future: Publications, Joint Research Agenda |
Contribution to policy-making | We contribute to position papers and expert reports that promote fair, efficient, and high-quality health care systems. | Future: Position Papers, Expert Survey |
Education and Skills | We support academic teaching and scientific publications to build expertise in the fields of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR). | Teaching, Contributions, and Publications by ASNE Members |
Become a Member of ASNE
Are you a nurse interested in health economics? A researcher exploring issues related to nursing, health care systems, or nursing organizations? A manager who deals with questions about quality, resources, and staffing on a daily basis?
ASNE is your community
We provide a space for exchange, collaboration, and shared learning. We welcome members at every stage of their careers—from those who are just beginning to explore the economics of nursing to experienced researchers and practitioners.
What to Expect When You Join
When you join ASNE, you’ll receive an invitation to our next meeting. This is an informal gathering where you can get to know the group and learn more about the topics we’re currently exploring. From then on, you’ll be part of a network that shares resources, organizes events together, and looks for opportunities to collaborate. Meetings are held about every two to three months. New members are welcome to participate at their own pace.
Who can become a member?
Membership is open to all VfP members who meet one of the following criteria:
- An academic degree in nursing science or
- a background in nursing science, including at least a master's degree in a field related to nursing economics.
Membership fees and registration are handled through the VFP.
If you have any questions, please contact: as.nursingeconomics@vfp-apsi.ch
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