NLN

Founded in 1893 as the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools for Nurses, the National League for Nursing was the first nursing organization in the United States. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the NLN is led by a board of governors elected at large by the membership for three-year terms. The volunteer board chair works closely with the NLN's president and chief executive officer... The National League for Nursing is one of the founding members of the Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC). The NOBC represents national and state efforts by nurses and others working to build healthier communities. "Our mission is to improve the health of communities through the service of nurses on boards and other bodies. NOBC is committed to increasing nurses' presence and influence on corporate, health-related, and other boards, panels, and commissions."... Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing as the nation's first nursing association serves as the..

Also known as: National League for Nursing, NLN Foundation

Primary location: Washington United States