Nominations & Elections Committee
The Nominations and Elections Committee, a standing committee of the ANA Membership Assembly, is comprised of seven members Constituent and State Nurses Association (C/SNA) or the Individual Member Division (IMD) elected by the ANA Membership Assembly.
The responsibilities of the Nominations and Elections Committee as defined by the ANA Bylaws (Article V, Section 5.c), can be found in the profile below.
2025 National Elections - Call for Nominations Opens in December
In early December 2024, the ANA Nominations and Elections Committee will open a call for nominations for a slate of candidates to be presented to the ANA Membership Assembly in 2025 for election to these national offices. Stay tuned for the online application instructions in early December. If you are considering applying, review the below Mastering the Nomination and Election Process video, the Election Resources section, and position Profiles ahead of time to help you prepare. The following positions will be open:
ANA Board of Directors
Two (2) Officers:
- Vice President
- Treasurer
Two (2) Directors-At-Large:
- One (1) Director-at-Large
- One (1) Director-at-Large, Recent Graduate
ANA Nominations and Elections Committee
- Four (4) Member positions
The term of service for all positions is January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027.
Candidates' Guide to Success in ANA Elected Positions: Mastering the Nomination and Election Process
Welcome to the American Nurses Association's (ANA) essential guide for aspiring leaders in nursing! This instructional video is your key resource for navigating the process of becoming a successful candidate for ANA elected positions. Whether you're aiming for a role in nursing leadership, governance, or volunteer committees, this video provides invaluable insights and tips. Learn about the qualifications, the nomination process, election procedures, and the skills needed to excel in these prestigious roles. Join us in shaping the future of nursing leadership and governance with the ANA!
Election Resources
- 2025 ANA Election Manual
- National Elections - Nomination Questions
- 2025 ANA Nomination Rubric
- Election Cycle (2021-2030)
- Form - Withdrawal of Candidacy
- Request - Distribution of Campaign Materials to Membership Assembly Representatives
Profiles
- President Profile
- Vice President Profile
- Secretary Profile
- Treasurer Profile
- Director-at-Large
- Nominations and Elections Committee Profile
- Fiduciary Responsibilities
Contact nec@ana.org should you have any questions regarding ANA's National Elections process.