Linda Mendonca

Linda Mendonca, DNP, MEd, PHNA-BC, NCSN, FNASN, is an accomplished academic and healthcare professional with extensive experience in community and public health nursing. As an Assistant Professor at Rhode Island College School of Nursing since August 2016, Linda has contributed significantly to nursing education. Linda's leadership roles include serving as Immediate Past President, President, and President Elect of the National Association of School Nurses. Additionally, Linda holds the position of State School Nurse Consultant for the Rhode Island Department of Health and has been actively involved with the American Lung Association and Healthy Schools Network. Academically, Linda earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice at Rush University and has several degrees in nursing and education, showcasing a strong foundation in both leadership and nursing practice.