Category: ANA-Illinois

Workplace violence (WPV) is an increasingly serious issue within healthcare and is something that nurses face all too often. As frontline care givers, nurses can be forced to deal with alarming rates of physical, emotional, and psychological harm which not only threatens their well-being,  but also compromise patient safety.  ANA-Illinois recognizes this growing issue and…

Nurses are the backbone of healthcare, but beyond their clinical skills, they bring stores of perseverance, leadership, and transformation. From advocating for patients to reshaping nursing leadership, nurses make amazing impacts every day. These five nurses are no exception. Their journeys highlight the power of passion, resilience, and a commitment to nursing excellence.  Read these…

Jacqueline Morris is a dedicated nursing advocate with a strong commitment to policy and legislative change. Her career in nursing has been shaped by her passion for improving the profession, ensuring that bedside nurses have a voice in key policy decisions. Morris actively engages in health policy and advocacy, taking on leadership roles in organizations…

The Code of Ethics for Nurses has guided nursing professionals for over 60 years with a foundational ethical framework. The 2025 revision, developed with the collective insights of over 6,000 nurses globally, reflects the current healthcare landscape and equips nurses to tackle future challenges with ethical integrity and professional excellence. Collaborative and Comprehensive Review Process…

Student Nurse Political Action Day is a day dedicated to inspiring, educating, and empowering the next generation of nurses to become advocates for the nursing profession. This year, Matt Harless joins the day as a Keynote Speaker on the importance of de-escalation.  Harless is a dedicated bedside nurse, mentor, and fierce advocate for nursing issues…

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…