WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dr. Lauren Arrigoni, Assistant Dean for the MSN and DNP Programs, Director of the Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program, and Clinical Assistant Professor at the Conway School of Nursing at The Catholic University of America, has been elected President-elect of the Washington, D.C., Chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).
Dr. Arrigoni’s election reflects her longstanding commitment to advancing pediatric nursing practice, education, and advocacy. In her new leadership role, she will help guide the chapter’s efforts to promote high-quality healthcare for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults through professional development, policy engagement, and community outreach.
At the Conway School of Nursing, Dr. Arrigoni provides academic and clinical leadership for graduate nursing programs, preparing advanced practice nurses to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care. Her work emphasizes primary care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and improving health outcomes for pediatric populations across diverse care settings.
Through her teaching and leadership, Dr. Arrigoni plays a key role in shaping the next generation of pediatric nurse practitioners, equipping students with the clinical expertise and professional values needed to serve children and families with compassion and excellence.
Her election to this leadership position highlights both her individual contributions to pediatric nursing and the Conway School of Nursing’s ongoing commitment to preparing nurse leaders who will advance healthcare for children and families.