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
Registration is now open for the 2026 Midwest Conference. Early bird registration is $165. After February 14, 2026, the cost will be $185. So...
We hope everyone will join us virtually on January 10, 2026, for our January 2026 Educational Event. It starts at 9 AM with chapter 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...
Upcoming Events
Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00am CT
Job Opportunities
OverviewDepartment: Emergency UnitSchedule: Full-Time, Evening/Mid Shift + Rotating WeekendsFacility: St. Mary's of Nazareth HospitalLocation:...
We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds,...
Overview Department: Med Surg Schedule: Nights, 7pm-7am, 12-hour shifts Facility: Prime Healthcare Resurrection Medical Center Sign-On Bonus: Up...
On-Demand CE Activities
Designed to be completed on your own schedule this intensive training course is a must for ALL nurses, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, legal nurse consultants, nurse educators, and ri
Offers 24.5 CE credits
Available until December 31, 2026
This eLearning course includes UNLIMITED access to the latest content according to the 2025 CCRN Test Plan.
Clinical topics: Acute Coronary Syndrome, Acute Heart Failure, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Anemia of CKD, Autoimmune Disorders, Bleeding Disorders, Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Diabetes, Health Literacy, Heart Disease, Hepatitis, Infectious Disease, Kidney Disease, Metabolic Disorders, Nephrology, PAH (Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension), Pulmonary Fibrosis, Respiratory, Stroke
Offers 12.0 contact hours
Available until May 28, 2026
In educational partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine, this course offers a robust curriculum focused on the practical application of evidence-based nutrition in nursing.
Clinical topics: Nutrition, Pediatrics, Primary Care
Offers 50.0 contact hours
Available until July 23, 2026