Dr. Hughes-Dillard is responsible for leading the diverse nursing professionals at UI Health. Under her leadership, “Nursing Elevated” has become the mantra for nursing as UI Health maintains record low agency nursing, low turnover, and a laser focus on quality and safety. She mentors many emerging leaders and students in order to continue to expand leadership and education opportunities across the nursing pool. Prior to her current role, she served as associate CNO for UI Health. She was named the Illinois Nurses’ Foundation “2025 Nurse of the Year” in December.
