INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Amanda Murray For Amanda Murray, nursing has been a journey of growth, advocacy, and evolution. A 2014 graduate of the University of Saint Francis, Amanda began her career at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab the same year and has continued to thrive there ever since. From starting as a student nurse to […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Ashley Black For Ashley Black, nursing was not part of her original plan. With a Bachelor of Science in Biology and plans to become a Physician Assistant (PA), Ashley was preparing for PA programs when a volunteer opportunity at La Rabida Children’s Hospital changed everything. While volunteering, Ashley was inspired […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Michelle Regan For Michelle Regan, nursing began as a calling rooted in compassion. Her inspiration came years ago at a small community hospital in Massachusetts, where she witnessed the extraordinary care given to her grandfather by Rose, an ICU nurse. “I don’t remember her exact words, but I remember the […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Maura Waldron For Maura Waldron, advocacy and education have been at the heart of her personal and professional journey. Born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois, with three older siblings, Maura pursued her passion for health and ethics at Saint Louis University, earning her Bachelor’s in Philosophy with a concentration […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Ryan Lewandowski For Ryan Lewandowski, nursing has always been more than a profession it’s a calling he grew up witnessing at home. The son of two nurses, Ryan grew up surrounded by the realities of healthcare: the long shifts, the challenges, and the unwavering dedication to serving others. “While I […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Whitney Trevino For Whitney Trevino, nursing has always been about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives through compassion and evidence-based care. Her journey began at Prairie State College in Chicago Heights, Illinois, where she earned her Associate Degree in Nursing before beginning her career at Riverside Medical Center in […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Christopher Bourget Chris Bourget’s path to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) began with a single, transformative experience during high school. As a junior, he had the opportunity to shadow a CRNA during an open-heart surgery. Watching the anesthetist safeguard a patient’s life keeping them safe, stable, and cared […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Danesha Howard With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, Danesha Howard has built a career grounded in versatility, compassion, and a deep commitment to patient centered care. Her journey began at just 14 years old, working as a pharmacy technician, and evolved into a dynamic career as a Board-Certified […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Timothy Harrigan For Timothy Harrigan, nursing wasn’t the plan it was a chance encounter that changed everything. While attending a local play, Timothy met Joan Musso, manager of the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) at Advocate Children’s Hospital. Their conversation sparked a curiosity about healthcare, and soon after, Joan […]

INF 40 Under 40 Awardee: Kristin Rothbart Kristin Rothbart’s nursing career began on the orthopedic unit at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where she was surrounded by a team of supportive, clinically strong nurses. Early on, she experienced a culture of professional engagement that inspired her to become her unit’s representative on the […]