Illinois faced nursing shortage before COVID-19 stressed health care By Laura Bianchi 02/24/2021 An impending health care worker shortage argues for a bill that would allow Illinois to join a multi-state nursing license compact. Nurses could see improved job options. TAGS: COVID-19, nurse, occupational licensing
How second chances are saving lives in Illinois By Austin Berg 04/15/2020 Creason’s dream was to become a registered nurse. But for her and many like her in Illinois, that dream nearly died. TAGS: coronavirus, COVID-19, criminal justice reform, nurse
Bill would allow licensed, out-of-state nurses to serve Illinois patients 03/20/2020 To prepare for a rise in hospital visits, Illinois should remove interstate barriers for medical professionals. TAGS: coronavirus, COVID-19, Mike Zalewski, National Council of State Boards of Nursing, nurse