The Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research (FNINR) is an independent, non-profit organization founded in 1993. Nurse researchers are grounded in clinical nursing practice and focused on the physical, mental, emotional and social needs of patients. They recognize the illness and the presence of health risk factors affecting the overall well-being of individuals.

The healthcare community faces new challenges and opportunities to improve patient care each year. With the continuing leadership provided by NINR and the support of FNINR, nurse researchers will continue to contribute to the enhanced health and well-being of all Americans, especially in a time when cost-effectiveness and quality of care are equally championed by the public and the Nation’s decision-makers.

FNINR 2027-2028 Board of Directors Nominations - Now Open!

The Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research (FNINR) is seeking nominations for 2027-2028 Board of Director positions, with terms to begin January 1, 2027. FNINR Directors serve two-year terms and are eligible for re-election for a total of two terms (four years). These are self-nominations.

The ideal candidate is someone who brings passion, integrity, expertise, and their own unique skill set and perspective to the table, working collaboratively with fellow board members and organizational stakeholders to advance the mission of FNINR.

FNINR is seeking applicants with a wide variety of skill sets, backgrounds, perspectives, professions, etc. to serve on the board. This includes nurse leaders in academia and clinical practice organizations, nurse researchers with a history of funding from NINR/NIH, and non-nurse advocates and supporters. While we encourage all potential nominees to apply, some areas that FNINR has identified as being gaps in our current board composition, and which will be prioritized when reviewing applicants, are listed below:

• Advocacy and Health Policy
• Active Researcher funded by NIH
• Fundraising and Philanthropy
• Marketing & Communications
• Nurse Allies

Before starting the nomination form, please thoroughly review the position description and additional information available on the FNINR website.

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Any questions about Board service or the nomination process should be sent to FNINR Executive Director, Justin Dodge.