ANA-Illinois is proud to highlight Stephanie Mendoza, DNP, MSN, RN, RNC-OB, C-EFM whose passion for advocacy, community impact, and elevating the nursing voice guides her service as an ANA-Illinois Assembly Representative. Dr. Mendoza’s leadership is grounded in compassion and fueled by a deep commitment to ensuring nurses across Illinois are heard locally, statewide, and nationally.…

ANA-Illinois is proud to highlight Gloria E. Barrera, MSN, RN, PEL-CSN, now serving her second term as Secretary of the ANA-Illinois Board. A public health nurse, educator, and longtime champion for school and community health, Gloria brings nearly two decades of experience and purposeful leadership to her role. Her passion for elevating nurses’ voices especially…

ANA-Illinois is proud to welcome Casey Green, MSN, RN, CCRN-CMC, CTRN, CFRN, CEN, TCRN, CPEN, CNRN, NRP, to the ANA-Illinois Board of Directors. A critical care nurse and nurse anesthesia resident whose passion for clinical excellence, education, and healthcare advocacy drives her leadership. Casey brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective shaped by years of frontline experience…

ANA-Illinois is proud to introduce Jameszetta James,EdD, MJ, MSN, RN, ASC-BC, ACM-RN, elected to serve as the ANA-Illinois Membership Assembly Representative for the next two years. Jameszetta is an inspiring nurse leader whose passion, vision, and advocacy are deeply rooted in transforming the future of nursing. With a clear voice and a bold commitment to…

ANA-Illinois is proud to introduce Feyi Sangoleye, PhD, RN, newly elected member of the ANA-Illinois Nominations Committee. A passionate advocate for equity, representation, and professional development, Feyi brings purpose and clarity to her leadership. Her commitment to uplifting diverse voices and building pathways for emerging nurse leaders strengthens the foundation of ANA-Illinois and the future…

ANA-Illinois is honored to highlight Dr. Zeh Wellington, DNP, MSN, RN, NE-BC, President of ANA-Illinois. A visionary leader, dedicated clinician, and passionate advocate, Dr. Wellington brings powerful purpose to his role anchored in integrity, service, and a deep belief in the impact nurses have on every corner of healthcare. Through his leadership, ANA-Illinois continues to…

ANA-Illinois proudly welcomes Casey Ketchum, MSN, RN, to the ANA-Illinois Board of Directors. With more than a decade of diverse nursing experience from trauma ICU and neuroscience to research, ethics, and advocacy. Casey brings a powerful blend of clinical insight, academic rigor, and unwavering commitment to health equity. Her voice, grounded in truth and reinforced…

ANA-Illinois is proud to introduce Claudia Choe, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, elected to serve as the ANA-Illinois Membership Assembly Representative for the next two years. Claudia brings firsthand clinical experience, a deep commitment to advocacy, and a strong connection to the frontline nursing workforce. Her service represents a powerful voice for Illinois nurses at the national…

ANA-Illinois is proud to introduce Giovanna Zito, MSN, RN, CMSRN, AMHFA, a newly elected member of the ANA-Illinois Nominations Committee. With a career grounded in professional development, nursing excellence, and equity in leadership, Giovanna brings both expertise and heart to this important role. Her commitment to transparency, diversity, and the growth of future nurse leaders…

The ANA Illinois Board is urging federal policymakers to reverse proposed loan limits targeting graduate nursing programs. These limits would force students into higher-cost private loans and create financial barriers that shrink the pipeline of advanced practice nurses. Illinois needs a strong workforce at every level of nursing practice. Protecting federal loan access supports patient…