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Who We Are

As the leading professional organization for North Carolina's registered nurses, we equip nurses at all stages to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment. NCNA helps keeps North Carolina nurses on the cutting edge of nursing practice, policy, education, and more. Join us as we work to advance nursing and ensure high-quality healthcare for everyone.

Our Mission

The North Carolina Nurses Association serves the changing needs of its members, addresses nursing issues, and advoates for the health and well-being of all people.

Featured Member Sections

NCNA Career Center

Look for the most exciting nursing job opportunities or potential hires in North Carolina! NCNA is happy to offer the best resource for qualified candidates and employers within the nursing profession.

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Member Benefits

NCNA inspires professional growth and experiences, informs members and advocates for the health and well-being of all NC residents by providing opportunities for members to learn, connect and excel.

Diversity in Nursing Leadership Fellows

Our 2nd cohort in 2025 is designed to provide vital support, access, and leadership opportunities for under-represented nursing groups in North Carolina.

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NC Foundation for Nursing

Our charitable arm, a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) supporting scholarships, research, and more.

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Member Spotlight

Yolanda Deneen Richmond, BS, RN

Learn more about how she's helping lead Nursing Forward® and to read her advice for new nurses!

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NCNA Connect

Collaborate with peers to share advice, solve challenges and develop new approaches to lead Nursing Forward®.

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What's Happening

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Latest News

Helene Aftermath: Nurses Helping Nurses

With recovery efforts just beginning in western North Carolina, the North Carolina Nurses Association (NCNA) and the North Carolina Foundation for Nursing (NCFN) have launched a campaign to financially assist nurses impacted by Helene.

NCNA Highlights the Value of Nurses at 2024 Annual Convention

As the nursing profession faces increasing challenges, more than 500 nurses from across North Carolina gathered last week in Concord to recognize important achievements, network, and develop strategies to lead Nursing Forward_® at the North Carolina Nurses Association’s (NCNA) 117th Annual Convention.

NCNA Welcomes News of NCIOM Nursing Workforce Report

A new report from the North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) and its Task Force on the Future of the Nursing Workforce not only confirms that longstanding concern but offers a series of recommendations to reverse the most alarming trends.

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Highlighted Events

2025 Psych Retreat

January 31, 2025

Cary, NC

The 2025 Psych Retreat is open to all nurses interested in psychiatric-mental health service delivery; RNs, APRNs, point-of-care nurses, students and all others.

2025 Nurses Night at the Legislature

February 26, 2025

Raleigh, NC

Nurses Night at the Legislature is a networking reception connecting North Carolina nurses with their elected officials!

2025 Nurse Practitioner Spring Symposium

April 13, 2025

Wilmington, NC

The NCNA Council of Nurse Practitioners invites you to join us for an exciting opportunity for nurses to network, engage in valuable professional development, participate in high-level policy discussions, and meet with quality vendors.

Southwest

Regional Engagement Coordinator

Lisa Foster

Southwest Regional Advisory Committee

Wendy Cort
Bonnie Davis
Janet Handy
Kara Evans
Donna Shepherd
Tina Schoen

Southwest Region Newsletter

Spring 2023
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NCNA Connect: Southwest Region Community
NCNA is excited to offer a members-only community called NCNA Connect. In this easy-to-use online platform you can:

• Participate in discussions and get feedback from your nurse peers

• Receive timely information from region and council leaders

• Communicate and network with other NCNA members

• Download useful documents, files and resources

• Access a comprehensive member directory

You’ve been automatically added to communities based on your region and councils you've joined. To change your region or council preferences, simply update your Member Profile.

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NCNA Discussion Group User Policy

Upcoming NCNA Events in the Southwest Region

- Virtual Option

There are no events for this region at this time.

The North Carolina Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.