American Association of Colleges of Nursing
The Voice of Academic Nursing
Mission
As the collective voice for academic nursing, AACN serves as the catalyst for excellence and innovation in nursing education, research, and practice.
Ruling year
1973
President & CEO
Deborah E Trautman
Main address
655 K ST NW STE 750
WASHINGTON, DC 20001 USA
EIN
52-0971333
NTEE code
Professional Societies & Associations (B03)
IRS filing requirement
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Communication
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is the national voice for academic nursing. AACN works to establish quality standards for nursing education; assists schools in implementing those standards; influences the nursing profession to improve health care; and promotes public support for professional nursing education, research, and practice.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Data/Research/Communications
AACN's Institutional Data Systems and Research Center (IDS) provides essential data on trends impacting academic nursing and the healthcare workforce.
AACN's communications initiatives establish the association as an authoritative source for information on baccalaureate and graduate nursing education by generating increased visibility within and outside nursing. Publications include the Journal of Professional Nursing, Syllabus newsletter, and the weekly AACN News Watch, among others.
Academic Nursing
This program area consists of multiple initiatives and activities related to academic nursing, including the establishment of curricular standards, quality indicators for nursing programs, academic-practice partnerships, and interprofessional engagement.
Government Affairs/Policy
These programs promote and spearhead advocacy for nursing education and research throughout the federal legislative and regulatory process.
Conferences/Leadership Programs/Network Programs
National conferences focus on emerging issues of interest to a variety of constituent groups within schools of nursing.
AACN's portfolio of leadership development programs are designed for all individuals along the leadership continuum, from novice faculty to seasoned administrators.
Leadership Networks provide information, networking, and professional development for nursing school faculty and staff.
Student Initiatives/NursingCAS
Student initiatives provide tools, education, and resources that address the professional development needs of graduate students from AACN member schools.
NursingCAS, a national centralized application service, allows prospective students to research and apply to multiple nursing programs using one electronic application.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
AACN offers a portfolio of programs related to creating inclusive learning environments, including a special focus on Holistic Admissions Review.
Certification
The Commission on Nurse Certification (CNC) offers certification to graduates of Clinical Nurse Leader programs who meet the eligibility requirements established by CNC.
Accreditation
The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), an autonomous arm of AACN, accredits baccalaureate and graduate nursing education programs, as well as entry-to-practice nurse residency programs.
Foundation
The Foundation for Academic Nursing is a philanthropic division of AACN, which raises funds to advance academic nursing, increase the impact of AACN's vision and mission, and support members' goals that align with AACN priorities. Initiatives include the Faculty Scholars Grant Program, the COVID-19 Student Support Fund, and several scholarship programs.
Grants & Contracts
These programs advance nursing education, research, and practice and include projects funded by the Jonas Philanthropies, the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Institutes of Health (All of Us Research).
Where we work
External reviews
Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Total dollar amount of scholarship awarded
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Foundation
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
The dollar amount in 2020 was elevated because of a special scholarship program related to the pandemic and generous donations to support this scholarship fund.
Number of students who receive scholarship funds and/or tuition assistance
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Young adults
Related Program
Foundation
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Decreasing
Context Notes
During the initial stages of the pandemic, the Foundation gave out special relief scholarships to nursing students affected by the pandemic, thus numbers during 2020 are higher.
Number of requests for data
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Data/Research/Communications
Type of Metric
Context - describing the issue we work on
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Context Notes
Annually, Research and Data Services conducts 4 major surveys in order to continue its efforts in serving as the leading information resource on issues and trends impacting academic nursing.
Goals & Strategy
Reports and documents
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Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
GOAL 1: AACN is the driving force for leadership, innovation, and excellence in academic nursing.
Objective 1: Lead innovations in academic nursing that facilitate competency-based education and improve health care.
Objective 2: Advance research and scholarship in nursing.
Objective 3: Develop leaders and inspire excellence at all levels in academic nursing.
GOAL 2: AACN is a leading partner in advancing improvements in health, health care, and higher education.
Objective 1: Accelerate the integration of academia and practice.
Objective 2: Work in partnership to improve health and health equity, strengthen the nursing workforce, and transform healthcare delivery.
Objective 3: Promote wellness within academic nursing.
GOAL 3: AACN is a resolute leader for diversity, equity, and inclusion within nursing.
Objective 1: Advance a culture that promotes and advances diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic nursing.
Objective 2: Promote policies, practices, and partnerships that advance health equity and just care.
Objective 3: Advocate for and advance anti-racist policies and practices throughout academic nursing.
GOAL 4: AACN is the authoritative source of knowledge to advance academic nursing.
Objective 1: Serve as the leading information resource and thought leader on issues and trends impacting academic nursing.
Objective 2: Influence and impact the development of the preeminent future nursing workforce.
Objective 3: Generate and curate knowledge and timely information to inform decision-making in academic nursing.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
How we listen
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Board of directorsas of 06/22/2023
Susan Bakewell-Sachs
Oregon Health & Science University
Cynthia McCurren
University of Michigan-Flint
Lin Zhan
University of California-Los Angeles
Jean Leuner
Auburn University
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Board orientation and education
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CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
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