Our editorial policy outlines the principles and guidelines that govern the publication process in Indonesian Journal Nursing & Health Care. The following are the key components of our editorial policy:

1. Scope: Indonesian Journal Nursing & Health Care publishes original research articles, literature reviews, case studies, and other scholarly works related to various aspects of nursing and healthcare. We welcome submissions from researchers, scholars, and practitioners in these fields.

2. Peer Review: All submitted manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review by experts in the relevant field. The peer review process ensures the quality, validity, and relevance of the published articles. Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, methodology, significance, and adherence to ethical standards.

3. Publication Ethics: We adhere to the highest standards of publication ethics and expect authors to uphold ethical principles in their research and writing. Plagiarism, fabrication, falsification, and other forms of misconduct are strictly prohibited.

4. Authorship: Authors should ensure that they have made significant contributions to the research and writing of the manuscript. All authors must be listed appropriately, and any conflicts of interest should be disclosed.

5. Copyright: Authors retain the copyright to their work and grant the journal the right of first publication. Articles are published under a Creative Commons license, allowing for the widespread dissemination and reuse of published material.

6. Editorial Independence: The editorial team operates independently of any external influences, including advertisers, sponsors, or political interests. Editorial decisions are based solely on the quality and merit of the submitted manuscripts.

7. Corrections and Retractions: In cases of errors or misconduct, corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern may be issued as necessary to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

8. Transparency and Accountability: We strive to maintain transparency and accountability in all aspects of our editorial process. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to disclose any conflicts of interest and adhere to ethical guidelines throughout the publication process.

9. Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our editorial process to ensure the highest standards of quality and integrity in the publication of scholarly articles.

Overall, our editorial policy reflects our dedication to promoting excellence, integrity, and transparency in scholarly publishing in the field of nursing and healthcare.