American Assisted Living Nurses Association (AALNA)

The American Assisted Living Nurses Association advances nursing in Assisted Living by strengthening nurse competencies through education and best practices. We promote collaboration, support professional growth, and engage stakeholders to positively shape care and policy.

Mission
Promote nursing practice by enhancing the competencies of nurses working with in the unique Assisted Living environment.

Vision
It is the vision of the American Assisted Living Nurses Association that They:

Influence stakeholders who could potentially impact nursing practice with in the Assisted Living environment.

Goals
The goals of the American Assisted Living Nurses Association are:

• Enhance the competence of nurses working in Assisted Living by providing education research and evidence based best practices.
• Provide certification exam that prepares and distinguishes nurses in current Assisted Living knowledge and practice.
• Encourage Assisted Living community leadership to support their nurses’ participation with AALNA.
• Provide access to a nation-wide network of Assisted Living nurses through web-based technology state leadership and local chapters.
• Influence stakeholders and public policy that may impact Assisted Living nursing practice.