Written by Katheren Koehn MA, RN, FAAN, Executive Director, MNORN There is an age-old problem when it comes to finding the cost of nursing services in a hospital bill, because nursing is buried in the room charge. We talked about this issue in the 1970’s when I became a nurse, and we are talking about…
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Elevate your Nursing Career with a New Year’s Resolution!
It’s January, which means that the talk of New Year’s Resolutions is here! But resolutions mean more than going to the gym to lose 10 pounds or finally repainting the living room to the color you have picked out for 2 years. New Year’s Resolutions are a great opportunity to make new and impactful career…
Our Top 10 Favorite Quotes of the Year!
A lot of amazing things have happened within ANA-Illinois this year! Events, leadership changes, and challenges to ideas within the medical world. 1,311 new members have joined us in 2023 so far. As a result, ANA-Illinois has had a series of memorable interviews with fantastic individuals. Here are our top 10 quotes of the year:…
Unwrap Comfort with Sheec’s Holiday Healthcare Giveaway & Discount Code
As we prepare for the holiday season, Sheec Socks is turning the holiday dial up a notch to bring some extra joy to nurses and healthcare professionals. They’re holding an exclusive giveaway for healthcare workers, giving you a chance to win ComFits – the must-have nursing compression sock of the season. Why Nurses Love ComFits…
The Impact of Winning Nurse of the Year: An Interview with Jackie Kelley
Winning a prestigious award is a career-changing experience. In Illinois, no professional recognition is more impactful for nurses than the Illinois Nurse of the Year Award. Last year’s winner, Jackie Kelley, sat down in an exclusive interview to share how the Nurse of the Year Award opened doors for her. Winning the Nurse of the…
Leading with Heart: W. Zeh Wellington, DNP, RN, NE-BC, President Elect American Nurses Association (ANA) – Illinois
ANA-Illinois is excited to introduce the newly elected president of our organization, W. Zeh Wellington, DNP, RN, NE-BC. Dr. Zeh Wellington is a dedicated nurse leader and educator who is currently the Director of Surgical Services at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and an Adjunct Professor at Illinois College. In a…
ANA-Illinois Announces our 2023 Award Winners
During the Membership Assembly on November 4th held in Urbana, Illinois nurses from across the state celebrated the achievements of 4 ANA-Illinois members. Annual awards include Clinical Practice Award; Nurse Influencer Award; Student Nurse of the Year Award & Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership Scholarship Award. The Clinical Practice Award recognizes an exemplary nurse…
ANA-Illinois Elects New Board Members
Members of the ANA-Illinois elect new leadership The American Nurses Association – Illinois (ANA-Illinois), the state’s largest professional nursing association for registered nurses in all practice settings, has elected new leadership. ANA-Illinois leadership includes nurse leaders from across the state and with a variety of backgrounds. The elected leaders’ unique experiences are sure to enhance…
INF Annual Holiday Gala & Fundraiser – Tickets Available
Annual Holiday Gala & Fundraiser December 2, 2023 DoubleTree by Hilton Naperville/Lisle Registration and sponsorship opportunities are live. Please be sure to submit your sponsorships and purchase your tickets early. Space is limited. Sponsored tables of 8 are available. MORE INFORMATION
Calling All Nurses: Be the Change You Want to See in Nursing!
Dear ANA-Illinois Member As a healthcare professional, you dedicate your life to caring for others, often going above and beyond the call of duty. Your dedication and expertise are not only commendable but also vital to the well-being of our communities. Today, we invite you to take your commitment to the next level by actively…