Category: ANA-Illinois

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…

As nurses, we wield a significant influence, not just in our workplaces but also in shaping the future of healthcare policy through our votes. This election is a pivotal moment for nurses to champion policies that align with our Code of Ethics and guarantee that the principles of compassion, equity, and justice are upheld in…

Alina Conde, a passionate Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), has dedicated her career to forensic nursing and trauma-informed care. She has a background in emergency nursing and a deep commitment to supporting survivors of sexual assault. Alina’s role as a SANE nurse allows her to make a direct impact on the lives of patients at…

As someone who dedicates your life to the well-being of others, your hard work and commitment are truly remarkable and deeply appreciated. Your role is vital to the health of our communities, and now, we’re offering you an opportunity to elevate that dedication even further by becoming actively involved with ANA-Illinois. We encourage you to…

While nursing is a profession rooted in compassion and care, a stressful work environment can turn it toxic. The presence of bullying and toxicity in a healthcare setting not only severely impacts nurses, but also the quality of patient care. Addressing bullying in the workplace is critical to the goal of creating an engaging and…

The ANA-Illinois Professional Issues Conference will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Sheraton Hotel in Lisle, Illinois.  In 2022, we started a tradition of adopting a theme for the year. The theme would align with our mission and vision and help set the tone of our work for the year. Our theme for…