Claudia Choe MSN, RN

Claudia Choe has been a nurse since 2019, with firsthand experience on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. During the height of the crisis, she worked in high-acuity settings, providing critical care while navigating the immense challenges of an overwhelmed healthcare system. This experience required both clinical expertise and resilience as she cared for patients in rapidly evolving environments. It deepened her understanding of the essential role the nursing workforce plays in healthcare and strengthened her commitment to advocating for improved patient care and enhanced support for nurses.

Driven by a vision of a growing nursing workforce, Claudia is actively involved in efforts to elevate the role of nurses in healthcare policy. She is a passionate advocate for nursing funding, having championed Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development Programs at the AACN Student Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., where she advocated for the nursing workforce in Senate and Congressional offices. This work reflects her passion for advocacy, ensuring strong representation and a thriving future for the nursing profession.

A graduate of the Graduate Entry Master’s program in Nursing at the University of Illinois Chicago, Claudia is now completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at the same institution. Alongside her studies, she is dedicated to educating the next generation of nurses as a clinical instructor, where she emphasizes the development of professional identity, leadership, and critical thinking skills during students’ clinical courses.

Through her involvement with Nurses Running for Elected Office, Claudia is committed to bringing the voice of frontline nurses to the decision-making table. She advocates for stronger nursing support, improved resources, and policies that prioritize the well-being of both healthcare workers and the communities they serve. Her work aims to position nursesas leaders in shaping a healthier future for all.