We’re the North Carolina chapter of the National Association of Directors of Nursing in Long Term Care (NADONA), supporting nurse leaders across long-term and post-acute care.
NC DONA LTC – Frequently Asked Questions
To be the leading professional organization for current and aspiring nursing leaders through professional development, board certification, and clinical expertise in the LTC and post-acute continuum.
Exceptional Customer Experience, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, Professional Advancement, and Interprofessional Collaboration.
Access to certifications, mentoring, education, support, and peer collaboration focused on elevating care quality for older adults.
Yes—our multi-state Annual Conference features education sessions, networking, and a vendor trade show. Details are updated on the conference pages.
See Annual Conference → Attendee Information for schedule highlights and updates as they’re posted.
Yes. NC DONA offers scholarships/education vouchers; the Amanda Kistler Nurse Leader Scholarship supports certification and conference attendance (applications and contacts listed on the site).
Visit Annual Conference → Vendor Information for sponsorship levels, benefits, and the vendor packet (including prize form and trade-show details).
Conference fees & meals for representatives, booth/table, and recognition in conference materials (varies by level).
The registration desk opens Tuesday 3:30–5:00 PM and Wednesday 7:00 AM during conference week; check the conference page for updates.
Through professional development, conferences, and education vouchers to help members pursue required learning and travel for training.
Check the News & Updates page for current posts (e.g., annual conference announcements).
Yes—chapter leaders share contacts and coordination info when facilities are impacted (e.g., Hurricane Helene).
Use the “Become a Member” link in the site header to start the process and access NADONA membership resources.
P.O. Box 557, Lexington, NC 27293 • (336) 529-9789 • [email protected] — or use the contact form on the website.