Ann Altgilbers, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CPN For Ann Altigbilbers, nursing is about creating healthier lives one patient, one community, and one policy at a time. From helping individuals navigate complex diabetes management to advocating for legislation that expands access to care, she believes nurses have the power to improve health both at the bedside […]
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Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Krishna Amin
Krishna Amin, DNP, CNL, RN For Krishna Amin, leadership begins with investing in people. Throughout her nursing career, she has believed that supporting, mentoring, and empowering nurses is one of the most effective ways to improve patient care. From leading highly specialized critical care teams to advancing evidence-based practice and advocating for patients beyond the […]
Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Mia Bianchi
Mia Bianchi, MSN, RN, CMSRN For Mia Bianchi, nursing is about recognizing potential both in the patients she serves and the nurses she leads. Throughout her career, she has embraced opportunities to learn, grow, and inspire others while leading meaningful improvements in patient care. As a 2026 Illinois Nurses Foundation 40 Under 40 Awardee, Mia […]
INF Grants Are Open: Funding Available for Nursing Projects and Research
The Illinois Nurses Foundation Grant Program is officially open, with a redesigned program and simplified application process to make it easier for nurses to move promising ideas forward. INF has updated the License Plate Grant Program to create clearer funding pathways for projects at different stages of development. Whether you are testing an early idea, […]
Introducing Dr. Pamela Chambers, Author of The Law Behind the Issue
We are pleased to welcome Pamela Chambers, DNP, EJD, MSN, CRNA, CPPS, CPCHE, FAANA, as the new author of The Law Behind the Issue, a recurring column in Nursing Voice. The Law Behind the Issue will explore the legal and regulatory considerations connected to each issue’s quarterly theme. Dr. Chambers will examine topics relevant to […]
Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Jacqueline Maniscalco
Jacqueline Maniscalco, MPH, BSN, RN, CIC For Jacqueline Maniscalco, nursing is about protecting patients before harm ever occurs. By combining critical care nursing with public health expertise, she has dedicated her career to preventing infections, improving patient safety, and creating healthier environments for patients and healthcare teams alike. As a 2026 Illinois Nurses Foundation 40 […]
Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Mary Frazier
Mary Frazier, PhD, RN For Dr. Mary Frazier, nursing is about transforming experience into knowledge that improves lives. Whether caring for patients in the emergency department, mentoring nursing students, conducting research, or supporting fellow nurses, she is committed to strengthening both the nursing profession and the people within it. As a 2026 Illinois Nurses Foundation […]
Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Susan Grayson
Susan Grayson, PhD, MPH, RN For Dr. Susan Grayson, nursing research is a powerful tool for improving lives. By combining scientific discovery with compassionate care, she is helping expand our understanding of cancer while preparing future nurses to ask meaningful questions that drive healthcare forward. As a 2026 Illinois Nurses Foundation 40 Under 40 Awardee, […]
Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Grace Tervin McElmury
Grace Tervin McElmury, MSN, RN, CHPPN, CPN For Grace Tervin McElmury, nursing is a profound privilege rooted in compassion, presence, and hope. Whether caring for children with serious illnesses, supporting families through grief, or preparing future nurses for meaningful careers, she believes every interaction is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and love. As a […]
Meet 40 Under 40 Awardee: Hannah Holmes
Hannah Holmes, DNP, APRN FNP-BC For Hannah Holmes, nursing leadership is about creating healthier communities by supporting the people who care for them. Throughout her career, she has combined clinical expertise, operational leadership, and education to expand access to high-quality care while developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. As a 2026 Illinois Nurses Foundation […]