About Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement
Dedicated to strengthening and supporting the nursing workforce across the state.
Our Mission
At the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement, our mission is to collaborate and promote health while striving for excellence in healthcare for the people of our region and Tennessee. Through dedicated teamwork and innovative practices, we aim to enhance the quality of care and foster a healthier community.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become the premier hub for advancing nursing science, empowering nurses and nursing students, and nurturing healthy communities throughout our region and Tennessee. We are committed to leading the way in nursing education, research, and community health initiatives.
TCNA Leadership Team
We are committed to strengthening the nursing workforce, fostering innovation, and ensuring high-quality healthcare across Tennessee and the Appalachian Highlands region
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History & Background
Keep up with essential updates and opportunities in the nursing field.
Our History » TCNA Leadership Team
We are committed to strengthening the nursing workforce, fostering innovation, and ensuring high-quality healthcare across Tennessee and the Appalachian Highlands region
About Leadership » History & Background
Keep up with essential updates and opportunities in the nursing field.
Our History »COLLABORATE LEADERS IN NURSING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
The Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement is dedicated to strengthening and supporting the nursing workforce across the state. As a collaborative leader in nursing workforce development, we focus on data-driven insights, workforce solutions, and policy initiatives that address the evolving needs of nurses and healthcare systems in Tennessee.
Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement in East Tennessee at East Tennessee State University
Our journey began in October 2021 with the launch of the Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement at East Tennessee State University, backed by a significant investment from Ballad Health. Recognizing the critical need for a statewide approach, the Tennessee legislature formally established the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement in July 2022 through Senate Bill 2401. By August 2024, the two centers merged to create a unified entity focused on leading workforce initiatives and advancing nursing excellence.
In November 2024, we received official approval to operate under our current name, the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement. Shortly after, we convened our inaugural advisory board meeting, uniting members from both centers to guide our mission and shape the future of nursing in Tennessee. Today, we remain committed to empowering nurses, improving workforce sustainability, and driving innovation in nursing education, leadership, and policy.
LOCAL | Ballad Health and ETSU found Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement
