2026 Award Nomination: Advanced Practice RN
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This category is for Nurse-Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Anesthetists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Masters-prepared nurses working in an advanced practice setting.
Application Process: Please Read Carefully
- Submit contact information for the nominee, nominator, and the CNO, Director, or CEO.
- Provide information about the nominee's education, certifications, community involvement, honors/awards, professional memberships, etc.
- Answer the required questions about the nominee's excellence in nursing.
- Obtain signatures from the following people: nominator (yourself); the nominee/candidate; and the CNO, Director or CEO. Download the signature form here (PDF File). You will then upload the completed signature form, where indicated, toward the bottom of this submission form. NOTE: You can have everyone sign the form separately and upload multiple documents - each with one signature - if it is easier.
The application, including all required materials, must be complete at the time of submission to be considered.
Selection Criteria
- Enhances Quality Patient Care
- Exhibits Excellence in the Nursing Process
- Utilizes Exemplary Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
- Contributes to the Advancement of Nursing
- Participates in Community Affairs