Annual Election of Board of Directors
The APHON Leadership Development Committee is focused on identifying the future leaders of APHON and supporting members to acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience to be effective leaders. APHON strives to ensure that the entire membership community is represented by the Board of Directors.
In 2025, APHON will hold a slated election for the open position of Director-at-Large, to serve a three-year term from 2025-2028.
Our organization is best served when we have diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences at the board table. Based on the current composition of the board, please read on to learn the type of candidates the committee is seeking in this nomination cycle.
Who we’re searching for:
- A registered nurse with direct patient-care responsibilities
- An early careerist with 10 years or less of experience
Director-At-Large Qualifications
- Continuous member of APHON National for 2 years prior to application
- Qualities and experience (current or previous) as an effective member or leader in local, regional, or national committees (APHON or other)
- Letter of recommendation from an individual who can attest to leadership strengths and skills
- A heart for advocating on behalf of pediatric hematology oncology nurses
About the Director-At-Large role:
The Director-At-Large participates in general management of the affairs of APHON and in policy-making decisions. They represent the perspectives of the membership to the APHON Board. They ensure the sustainability, financial health, and well-being of APHON, while participating in strategic planning, implementation and evaluation for association. They vote on all policies affecting the APHON membership. They serve as liaisons to task forces/committees as assigned by the APHON President and helps to steer work to align with the Board’s vision and APHON’s strategic plan. They contribute to discussions on educational programs and needs of nurses from entry level to advanced practice.
APHON’s Election Timeline – What to Expect
APHON members express their intent to run for the Director-At-Large position.
Intent to Run Forms Due
Leadership Development Committee reviews Intent to Run forms and provides next-step instructions to all eligible candidates
Candidate Applications Due
Leadership Development Committee Candidate Application Review Period
Candidate Interviews are scheduled
Director-At-Large Candidate is slated
APHON Elections are held, validated, and announced
Newly elected Director-At-Large is invited to attend the APHON Board meeting to observe, held at the APHON Annual Conference in Providence, Rhode Island.
Installation of the 2025-2026 APHON Board of Directors
Preparing your Candidacy Intent to Run and Application
You might be wondering what you might need to prepare for this year’s election process. Here is a high-level view of the information APHON is seeking.
Intent to Run Form
- Candidate Contact Information
- Years of Nursing Experience
- APHON Membership verification
- Details on your primary role
Candidate Application
- Candidate Contact Information
- Candidate Headshot/Photo
- Practice demographic questions
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume
- Candidate Statement Position (250 words/1500 characters)
- Two Reference names (reference letters to be emailed to APHON Staff, Hazel Iglesias)
- Candidate Consent Statement
Have Questions about APHON’s Election Process?
In 2024, the Nominating Committee transitioned to serving as the Leadership Development Committee, a change instituted as part of the 2023 bylaws amendments. This reflects our commitment to fostering leadership and ensuring that our board is composed of individuals who are not only deeply committed to our mission but also bring a wealth of experience and insight to the table.