Board of Directors

Volunteer Opportunities with ANNA's Board of Directors

• Criteria and Requirements for ANNA National Offices

Board of Directors Resident
(formerly Emerging Nephrology Nursing Professional Fellow)

• Role Description
• Apply for the Position (Applications open until January 20, 2025 at 03:00 AM EST)
• Learn more about this role! 
  Virginia Henry, BSN, RN, who served as the first Resident on the 2021-2022 ANNA Board of Directors, reflects on her experience through a podcast. ANNA's second Resident, Tanisha Leonard, MSN RN, who served on the 2022-23 ANNA Board of Directors, shares her insights in an ANNA Update article.
   - Listen to Virginia's podcast interview.
   - Read Tanisha's article.

Are you an early-career nephrology nurse ready to lead and make an impact? Apply for ANNA's 2025 Board of Directors (BOD) Resident position! This one-year, non-voting role offers the chance to contribute to ANNA's mission, participate in BOD meetings, and share insights on issues facing emerging nephrology nurses.

Eligible candidates must have a BSN or higher, be an ANNA member in good standing, and have no more than five years of nephrology nursing experience. Apply by January 20, 2025, at 3:00 AM EST. Start your leadership journey today!

National Board of Directors

Ready to make a lasting impact in nephrology nursing? The ANNA Nominations Committee seeks qualified member candidates for ANNA's annual national elections. As a BOD member, you'll help guide the association's strategic direction, advocate for nephrology nurses, and contribute to advancing kidney health.

The next Call for Nominations is expected to open in late Spring 2025. Check back soon for more information.

Upcoming Open Positions

President-Elect (3-year commitment ~ 1-year term each as President-Elect, President, and Immediate Past President)

• Role Description
• Realities of the Position ~ President-Elect
• Realities of the Position ~ President
• Realities of the Position ~ Immediate Past President

Treasurer (3-year commitment) one (1) position available

• Role Description
• Realities of the Position

Director (3-year commitment) one (1) position available

• Role Description
• Realities of the Position

Candidate Application Process

All candidates must complete the Application for Candidacy for National Offices.

• Board of Directors Information Packet
• Click here for additional information and to access the candidate application.

Required Documentation for the National Candidate Application

The online application requires the candidate to complete fields for:

1. Attestation that the candidate understands and agrees to comply with the policies and procedures relating to candidacy and the BOD position of interest.
2. Agreement to comply with campaign policy and guidance
3. Conflict of interest disclosure and electronic signature
4. Biographical data, personal information, and eligibility criteria related to the position

The following documents are required to be uploaded into the online application.

1. Professional color headshot photograph (high resolution photo suitable for printing)
2. Copy of diploma of highest degree earned
3. Copy or verification of a current RN license
4. Copy of current CNN, CDN, CNN-NP, CCTC, or other nephrology certifications
5. Current curriculum vitae or resume which must contain a listing and description of all ANNA leadership roles
6. Campaign poster promotional copy and write up in bullet format only (maximum 250 words)

Please note: All required documentation must be submitted by July 1, 2024. An application is not complete until all required documents are submitted.

Questions?

If you have questions regarding the nominations process, please contact the 2024-2025 Nominations Committee Chairperson, Lucy Todd, lbtodd170@gmail.com.

If you have questions regarding the application or need assistance, contact Emily Parry at the ANNA National Office (888-600-2662 or heather.leadley@annanurse.org).