For AONL President - Elect
Let’s transform healthcare TOGETHER
Simmy King
Dr. Simmy King
DNP, MS, MBA, NI-BC, NE-BC, CHSE, FAAN
Together, we can elevate nursing leadership to new heights and redesign patient care in an ever-evolving healthcare ecosystem.
What I will bring to the role
Driven by Vision
I am ready to step forward with unwavering confidence and a clear vision to inspire others through compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to progress. I understand that the challenges we are facing in healthcare require more than just experience — they demand bold leadership and cross-industry collaboration.
Collaboration & Co-creation
I will foster collaboration and co-creation across the healthcare industry. By adopting outward and forward-thinking mindsets, together we will transform 21st-century nursing leadership, enhance resilience, and drive innovation, ultimately reimagining patient care within an ever-evolving healthcare ecosystem.
A Deep Commitment to Transform Healthcare
I am deeply committed to transforming healthcare — not alone, but together. I believe in the power of collaboration, the importance of seeing different perspectives, and the collective strength that emerges when leaders unite with a shared purpose.
Lead, Listen & Uplift
I will lead, listen and uplift by working together to shape a stronger, adaptive nursing workforce that can easily shift when leading through uncertainty — one that not only meets the needs of today but is prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.
Dr. Simmy King is the Chief Nursing Informatics and Education Officer at Children’s National Hospital. She holds the Associate Professor of Pediatrics position at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Emphasizing the importance of innovation, Dr. King spearheads initiatives in digital transformation, workforce education, and wellness strategies to improve clinical outcomes and promote technology integration into nursing practice.