About Us
The National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long-Term Care (NADONA) is the leading professional organization for Directors of Nursing and Infection Preventionists in long-term and post-acute care settings.
Since 1986, NADONA has been the leading advocate, mentor, and educational organization for DONs ADONs, RNs and nurse leaders. NADONA was founded by long-term care professionals who understand the daily challenges of nurse leaders. Our goal is to provide the tools needed for professional success and staff development.
NADONA’s Guiding Principles
At NADONA, we believe that great leadership transforms care. Our guiding principles reflect our commitment to empowering clinical leaders in long-term care and post-acute settings. These principles guide everything we do—from offering innovative certifications to fostering connections that matter—so you can continue making a difference in the lives of those you serve.
Mission
The mission of NADONA is to be the leading professional organization for current and aspiring nursing leaders through professional development, board certification, and clinical expertise related to promoting the health and wellness of individuals in long-term care and the post-acute care continuum.
Vision
NADONA envisions a global environment where the individual's health and wellness goals are met by diverse healthcare professionals committed to clinical excellence and population health management, leadership, and advocacy in the specialty of long-term care and post-acute care through board certification, professional development, and the advancement of evidence-based practice.
Core Values
Exceptional Customer Service
Diversity and Inclusion
Interpersonal Collaboration
Integrity
Professional Advancements
State Chapters
Find and contact your local state chapter.
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ALABAMA
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ALASKA
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ARIZONA
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ARKANSAS
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CALIFORNIA
Rhodora LaCap
858-722-4352
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COLORADO
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DELMARVA-DC (DELAWARE, MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, DC, INCLUDES WVA)
Michelle Jambora
301-456-3789
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FLORIDA
Betty Lou Barron
727-237-7966
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GEORGIA
Debra Hagerty
231-383-0480
dhagerty@georgiasouthern.edu -
HAWAII
Juan Gonzalez
808-265-8731
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IDAHO
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ILLINOIS
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INDIANA
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IOWA
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KANSAS
Natasha Reed
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KENTUCKY
Nancy Propes
270-543-2051
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LOUISIANA
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MICHIGAN
Cheryl Patton
231-676-0261
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MINNESOTA
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MISSISSIPPI
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MISSOURI
Rachel Seidenstricker
314-913-9686
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MONTANA
Susan Robinson
406-396-8374
susanrn69@hotmail.com -
NEBRASKA
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NEVADA
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NEW ENGLAND NORTH (ME, NH, VT)
Deb Bostic
413-531-9880
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NEW ENGLAND SOUTH (MA, CT, RI)
Emma Duquette
860-810-9628
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NEW JERSEY
Alicia Fereno
732-915-9875
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NEW MEXICO
NADONA LTC
513-791-3628
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NEW YORK
Vernita Ford
516-250-4012
fordsgang123@gmail.com -
NORTH CAROLINA
Linda Barbee
704-985-3342
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NORTH DAKOTA
Alena Goergen
701-400-4875
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OHIO
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OKLAHOMA
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PENNSYLVANIA
Bilquis Ali
consultant@welcometolong-termcare.com -
SOUTH CAROLINA
Sharon Hardy
843-499-6500
shardy@southernseniorliving.org -
TENNESSEE
NADONA LTC
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TEXAS
Joleann Beene
972-989-6620
txadonapresident@gmail.com -
UTAH
NADONA LTC
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WASHINGTON
Lisa Stubenrauch
206-778-9870
melissa16907@comcast.net -
WISCONSIN
Michelle Scherwinski
920-268-5153
mscherwinski@rnhelpcareconsulting.org -
WYOMING
NADONA LTC
info@nadona.org
Our Board
Our Board of Directors is committed to advancing post-acute care through innovation, inspiration, and collaboration.
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Robin Arnicar RN, FACDONA, IP-BC
President
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Julie Stafford RN, CDP, CDONA, CADDCT, FACDONA, IP-BC
Vice President
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Shari Carson RN, BSN, CDP, CDONA, FACDONA, IP-BC
Secretary
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Cassie F. Faircloth, RN BSN, CDONA, FACDONA, CDP, IP-BC, EFLA
Treasurer
Our Team
NADONA is staffed by a team of passionate professionals who drive our mission forward with expertise, guidance, and a shared commitment to excellence in post-acute care.
Cindy Fronning RN, GERO-BC, CALN, CDONA, FACDONA, EFLA, RAC-CT, IP-BC, AS-BC
Executive Director, Master Trainer
Editor-in-Chief, The Director
cindy@nadona.org
Nancy Tuders, RN, IP-BC, GERO-BC, CDONA, FACDONA, CALN, AS-BC, QAPI-BC
Assistant Director of Education
Master Trainer
nancy@nadona.org
Cheryl Hecker CSMM, PCEM, EFLA™
Director of Communications
cheryl@nadona.org
Our Corporate
Leadership Council
Partnerships
We partner with a variety of groups and organizations to support our members.
Premier Geriatric Solutions
NADONA partners with Premier Geriatrics to provide members with 20% off Geriatric Notes, the essential quick reference for the advanced practice elder care provider. With a practical, accessible, and concise approach, it offers an easy-to-understand overview of the most common diagnoses, topics, and symptoms encountered in the aging population. Designed to offer access to the basics, this guide provides tables and bullet points for easy reference. Sections include health promotion, neurology and psychiatry, cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastroenterology, genitourinary, rheumatology, dermatology, endocrinology, labs, Beers list, and common presentations.
Visit https://go.jblearning.com/NADONA and use code NADONA.
Premier Geriatric Solutions has also provided an educational video series covering common challenges in the long-term care environment.
