North Carolina Nurses Association (NCNA)

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

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

History:
The North Carolina Nurses Association has been the voice for North Carolina’s registered nurses since its founding in 1902 by a group of nurses under the leadership of Mary Lewis Wyche. The association’s first objective was the pursuit of the Nursing Practice Act, which made North Carolina the first state in the nation to legalize the registration of nurses after its passage in 1903.