Mission

To improve healthcare in Delaware by the advancement of nursing.

Vision

To shape the future of healthcare and promote innovations in nursing by:

Advocating for:

• the improvement of health standards and the availability of healthcare for the people of Delaware;
• safe, efficient, and excellent patient and client care; 
• the economic and general welfare and safety of nurses; and
• the human rights related to healthcare.

Promoting excellence in nursing by fostering:

• nursing innovation;
• nursing research;
• nursing education;
• the professional development of Delaware nurses;
• adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, Scope & Standards of Practice, and Social Policy Statement; and
• leadership in Delaware nursing.

Advancing our mission by:

• influencing the legislative and executive branches of government;
• affiliating with congruent organizations;
• providing public education and speaking to advance nursing and the provision of health care; and
• maintaining meaningful and relevant communication with members, affiliated organizations, and non-members through publications.