The Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA) is the professional association of Registered Nurses throughout the state and is a constituent member of the American Nurses Association (ANA). The KNA mission is to promote the nursing profession and to advocate for all nurses throughout the state. The KNA accomplishes its mission through political activism, continuing education programs, professional practice and workplace advocacy services, and collective bargaining.

Job Description

The Executive Director (ED) functions as the spokesperson for the association and for nurses across the state, as well as serves as a liaison to the American Nurses Association and to state government agencies. The ED manages the professional and business operations of KNA and reports to an elected volunteer Board of Directors. Business operations include the management of KNA staff, properties and all components of daily operation of the association, including financial activities. Professional operations include the coordination of programs and services to members across the state to meet educational, professional practice, workplace and collective bargaining needs. The ED oversees the legislative platform of the association, plays a key role in negotiating legislation that impacts nursing, and works in collaboration with the KNA lobbyist.

Position Requirements

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's degree or higher preferred. A person who is knowledgeable in health care policy, and health/ nursing care delivery is preferred.

The KNA seeks an individual with experience in association/non-profit management with proven success managing organizational finances. Applicants with successful outcomes in non-dues revenue ventures, membership development, volunteer mobilization, and legislative/regulatory knowledge will be given priority consideration.

Position Benefits

Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Inquiries and applications may be sent to:
Dr. Paulette Adams RN
Chair, Search Committee
Kentucky Nurses Association
1400 South First Street
P.O. Box 2616
Louisville, Kentucky 40201-2616
pfadam01@louisville.edu

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