Dear INA Members, Kristen Vencl, INA Executive Director It is with deep gratitude and great enthusiasm that I step into the role of Executive Director of the Iowa Nurses Association. I’m honored to join an organization with such a rich…

Education Committee Update The Iowa Nurses Association (INA) Education Committee has been actively planning engaging educational opportunities for members, including quarterly virtual town halls and the upcoming 2025 Fall Conference. A recent virtual town hall featured The American Nurses Association…

Dear INA Members, Greg Opseth, MHA, BSN, RNPresidentIowa Nurses Association As we move through another eventful quarter, I want to extend my appreciation for your ongoing dedication to our patients, our communities, and the future of our profession. It is…

The Iowa Legislature wrapped up its work for the year on May 15 after three consecutive 18+ hour days. During this time they managed to pass all nine budget bills, the federal block grant bill, opioid settlement spending, a bill…

The Iowa Nurses Association (INA) invites nursing leaders across the state to a free virtual town hall meeting focused on advancing nurse wellbeing and retention in today’s challenging healthcare environment. Our featured guest speakers from UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital bring inspiring, real-world strategies for supporting the…