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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.

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State Chapters
Our Board
Our Team
Corporate Leadership Council
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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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Our Board

Our Board of Directors is committed to advancing post-acute care through innovation, inspiration, and collaboration.

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 NADONA Headshot

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

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Nancy Tuders NADONA Headshot

Nancy Tuders, RN, IP-BC, GERO-BC, CDONA, FACDONA, CALN, AS-BC, QAPI-BC

Assistant Director of Education
Master Trainer
nancy@nadona.org

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Cheryl Hecker NADONA Headshot

Cheryl Hecker CSMM, PCEM, EFLA™

Marketing Coordinator
cheryl@nadona.org

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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.

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