Dale E. Beatty
DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Caritas Coach®,
FADLN, FAAN, FAONL
Chief Nurse Executive &
Senior Vice President at Stanford Health Care
Association of California Nurse Leaders
President (2023)
Board of Directors (2019-2025)
Illinois Organization for Nurse Leaders
President (2011)
Board of Directors (2009-2012)
Advanced Nurse Executive with 25+ years as a
Chief Nurse Executive
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​​Chief Nurse Executive & Senior Vice President at Stanford Health Care - A premier Academic Health Care System.
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Illinois Organization of Nurse Leaders - President 2011.
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Association of California Nurse Leaders - President 2023.
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First Practice-Only Sigma Chapter in the world with 600+ members at Stanford Health Care.​
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Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing Fellow.​
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CNO in the 1st Health Care Organization in the United States to receive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.
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Advancing to the 5th ANCC Magnet® Designation.
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National Board Certified Nurse Executive - Advanced.
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Fellow of the American Organization of Nursing Leadership.
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Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.
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Watson Caring Science Caritas Coach®.
FADLN
Inducted as a
Fellow of the Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing - 2024
FAONL
Inducted as a
Fellow of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership - 2024
FAAN
Inducted as a
Fellow of American Academy of Nursing 2023 -
Dr. Jean Watson as a sponsor
Candidacy Statement
My professional leadership journey has always been aligned with AONL’s mission -- to transform healthcare through expert and influential nursing leadership. I lead with purpose, grounded in the science of human caring, and have built holistic, resilient, and equity-centered nursing cultures across diverse systems. From influencing national policy and modernizing nurse practice acts to advancing global leadership through Magnet4Europe and GAPFON, I bring a proven record of advocacy, innovation, and impact.
Dale Beatty -- AONL Region 9, Board of Directors
Throughout my career, I have been guided by the belief that representation matters—in leadership, in policy, and in care. I’ve proudly supported and partnered with affiliate associations I deeply admire to advance that vision, including the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA), the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN), the Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA), and the NAINA (National Association of Indian Nurses of America) —to name just a few.
These collaborations reflect a shared commitment to cultivating leadership that reflects the communities we serve and are consistent with the call to action laid out in the Future of Nursing 2020–2030 report:to build a more equitable, resilient, and diverse nursing workforce.
I remain steadfast in my commitment to AONL’s mission and vision. In 2023, I had the privilege of joining an esteemed panel of nurse leader advocates during the AONL Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA. That moment—gathering with leaders from across the country—was a powerful reminder of our shared purpose and the responsibility we carry in shaping the future of care. As part of that event, I engaged in a national conversation focused on inclusive leadership and health equity, underscoring the urgent need to move from intention to sustainable action.​
​Now in 2025, I continue to champion this work and seek to further it as your AONL Region 9 Board Representative. In this role, I will:
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Amplify the united voice of nursing leadership
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Advance inclusive strategies to strengthen our workforce
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Drive policy innovation that empowers our profession
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Foster partnerships that reflect the future of healthcare
It would be an honor to serve as your AONL Region 9 Board Representative.
Your vote matters—let’s shape the future of nursing, together.
AONL members can vote for a Board of Director candidate in each region, regardless of where you live.
Overview of My Career
My career includes twenty-five years as a Chief Nurse Executive (CNE) in premier community and academic healthcare systems and boards. Additionally, I have served as 2011 President of the Illinois Organization of Nurse Leaders (IONL), and 2023 President of the Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL). In these leadership roles, my focus has been on advancing the healthcare workforce, policy, and advocacy, as well as promoting nursing leadership and championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and health equity. Through the lens of a minority nurse leader, I would bring unique and valuable knowledge to the AONL Board, armed with significant professional and academic experiences.
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Watson's Caring Science is foundational to my professional practice. I am a Caritas Coach®, which has guided me in the care of myself and others.
The American Academy of Nursing has recognized my work.
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My mother was a professional nurse, and a certified nurse in occupational nursing. She was my first mentor and recently passed away. I am forever grateful to her for the life lessons and love. I have two sons that are a center of my life and I am proud of them.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice
University of Illinois
Chicago, IL
Master of Science in Nursing with Distinction
DePaul University
Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH
Certifications
Nurse Executive Advanced-Board Certified
American Nurse Credentialing Center
2010-2030
Caritas Coach®
Watson's Caring Science Institute
2019
Awards and Honors
Inaugural Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility & Anti-Racism Leadership Award
Association of California Nurse Leaders
Anaheim, CA
February 2025
Fellow in the American Organization for Nursing Leadership
American Organization of Nursing Leadership
New Orleans, LA
May 2023
Fellow of the Academy of Diversity Leadership in Nursing
American Black Nurses Association
San Francisco, CA
August 2024
Stanford Alpha Alpha Lambda Chapter Award
Sigma International
2023
Certificate of Distinction and Honorary Member
Philippine Nurses Association of Northern Califprnia
May 2024
Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing
American Academy of Nursing
Washinton, D.C.
October 2023
Top Twenty-two Hospital's Chief Nursing Officers
US News & World Report
2023-2024
Top 10 Hospital's Chief Nursing Officers
Becker's Hospital Review
2022-2023
Top Twenty-two Hospital's Chief Nursing Officers
Becker's Hospital Review
2023-2024
Top 15 Hospital's Chief Nursing Officers
Becker's Hospital Review
2021-2022
Top Ten Hospital's Chief Nursing Officers
US News & World Report
2022-2023
Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award
University of Illinois Chicago College of Nursing
2021
Top 15 Hospital Chief Nursing Officers
US News & World
2021-2022
Nursing Leadership Recognition Award
Sigma Theta Tau International Society & the University of Illinois - Chicago College of Nursing - Alpha Lambda
2015
Health Professional Scholarship Award
Veteran's Administration
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AONL members can vote for a Board of Director candidate in each region, regardless of where you live.
