We Want to See Your Nursing Pins! Do you have a nursing pin that holds special meaning to you? We’re looking for photos of nursing pins to showcase the deep significance they hold in the nursing community. Whether it’s the pin you received at your pinning ceremony or one passed down through generations, we’d love…

Recognize the next generation of nursing leaders! The 11th Annual 40 Under 40 Emerging Nurse Leader Awards honor young professionals who are making a lasting impact in practice, education, and administration. If you know an exceptional nurse under 40 in Illinois, now is the time to nominate them. These individuals go beyond their daily responsibilities,…

RaDonda Vaught is a former nurse from Nashville, Tennessee. In 2017, she made a medication mistake that had tragic consequences. Her error cost the life of her patient. As a result, Vaught lost her nursing license. She was also charged with two felonies, Negligent Homicide and Abuse of an Impaired Adult.  Vaught has spent the…

Happy New Year from ANA-Illinois! As we welcome the new year, it’s the perfect time to find and embrace new opportunities, goals, and growth. New Year’s resolutions are a chance to reflect, refocus, and reimagine what is possible. Whether your goal is a step forward in your career, or making self-care a priority, new years…

The ANA-Illinois Board of Directors is growing stronger with the addition of six outstanding new members, each bringing unique experiences, perspectives, and a shared commitment to advancing the nursing profession. From seasoned leaders to passionate advocates for new graduates, these individuals embody the vision and values of ANA-Illinois. Your New VP: Samuel Davis Jr. Sam…

Sarah Quick’s journey in nursing is a story of dedication, resilience, and leadership. Throughout her path, Sarah faced the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic, pursued her nursing degree, and found her stride in leadership within the Student Nurse Association of Illinois (SNAI). Rising from Vice President to President, she discovered her passion for connecting nursing…

The Illinois Nurses Foundation is delighted to offer the Rural Workforce Development Nurse Scholarship. This program is specifically designed to bolster workforce development in rural areas by offering financial support to nursing students. By doing so, we aim to strengthen the healthcare services in these underserved regions. Candidates must reside in a rural area as…

The Illinois Nurses Foundation is excited to announce a major achievement—UnitedHealthcare has provided generous support to the Foundation to provide scholarships for those pursuing nursing degrees in rural areas. This initiative underscores the vital role you play in the healthcare system and is designed to foster your professional growth, thereby enhancing healthcare in these underserved…

Part of achieving a successful and satisfying career is advancement. But how do you move forward? By setting goals. In both personal and professional life, goal setting is what drives us to keep learning and achieving new things. As nurses, setting goals is critical for career advancement. As healthcare grows and evolves with new technologies…

Part of being a leader means getting involved with issues you care about. ANA-Illinois is excited to announce that several positions on ANA-Illinois leadership committees have opened up. Members, this is your chance to help shape the future of nursing, grow professionally, advocate for change, build connections, expand your resume and help lead the way…