The Illinois Nurses Association has announced a contract agreement with the state of Illinois. The four-year contract was ratified on Oct. 26 with a 97% vote. The contract includes pay increases totaling nearly 23% over the four-year term, and there will be $2,200 in bonuses throughout the life of the contract. INA members are now eligible for 12 weeks of parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.
***Courtesy of the Illinois Radio Network***