Northwest Chicago Area Chapter of AACN
The Northwest Chicago Area Chapter of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (NWCAC) embraces the National AACN’s mission. The chapter is committed to providing opportunities to enhance professional development and leadership, as well as a communication network for critical care nurses, progressive care nurses and emergency room nurses in the geographic region.
Recent News & Announcements
On November 8, we will be hosting an in-person educational event at Lutheran General Hospital in the Special Functions Room on the 10th floor. Our...
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NWCAC will be hosting our annual Midwest Conference on Thursday, March 19, 2026. It will be at the same place as last year: The Meridian Conference...
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 11:00am ET
Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:00am ET
Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 8:00am ET
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