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Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare industry, especially those nurses who have dedicated their lives to long term care. Their education, knowledge and expertise defines what care looks like on a daily basis. When we pour into our nurses, they pour into their patients and residents.

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2025 Long Term Care Nurses Association Annual Nursing Awards

Strength in Knowledge. Strength in Compassion. Strength in Numbers.

Each year, the LTCNA Nursing Awards Program recognizes outstanding nursing staff - CNAs, MDS Coordinators, Nurses and DONs - working in long term care centers throughout Illinois. These awards are for nursing staff in long term care centers throughout the continuum of care—AL/SLPs, SNFs, ICF/DDs, MC/DDs, CILAs, etc. Don’t miss the great opportunity to let your staff know how much you appreciate their hard work by nominating them for an LTCNA nursing award today!

Nominations must be submitted by July 31, 2025 to be considered. Submit your nomination here.

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Pros and Cons of Becoming An LTC Nurse After Graduation

Nurses working in long term care facilities provide care to patients with recovery needs that extend beyond the traditional hospital setting, such as patients with disabilities who are unable to care for themselves independently or those suffering from progressive or chronic illnesses. LTC facilities can include nursing homes, assisted living facilities and memory care facilities.