Nursing at UI Health

Message from the Chief Nursing Officer

Nurses are at the forefront of shaping our patient’s healthcare journey, and I am proud to serve alongside the most dedicated group of providers who strive to deliver the most advanced care to our patients. We are committed to providing an exceptional patient experience, which is evident through the everyday work of our dedicated nurses. Quality, safety, and service are at the heart of our mission and drive our excellent patient care outcomes. I’m fortunate and honored to serve alongside this transformational group of healthcare providers.
 - Tiesa Hughes Dillard, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer

Tiesa Hughes Dillard, Chief Nursing Officer

Our Mission - Nursing, The Nexus of Health


Our Vision - To transform health through optimizing nursing


Our Values - ICARE

Inclusion | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Excellence


FY23 Nursing Annual Report

FY23 Nursing Annual Report

Our inaugural annual report shows the impact of Nursing across the UI Health enterprise and supports our path to Magnet® designation.


Hear from Our UI Health Nurses


Fozia, RN, MSN, tells us why she chose Nursing at UI Health

Melissa was born in Chicago and loves the idea of being able to take care of Chicago’s patients and families.

Our award-winning nurses know that our dedication to our community is what makes UI Health special. We serve everybody.


Join the Nursing Team

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Join the Nursing Team


Nursing Elevated Train

Nursing Elevated

As part of our Nursing Elevated Professional Practice Model, our mission and vision emphasize how our nurses continuously work to improve the care they provide our patients and their families, the care they provide to each other, and the care they give themselves. Click here to learn more about Nursing Elevated.


Nominate a Nurse for The DAISY Award

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Nursing Elevated Train