American Nurses Association Massachusetts

Friendof Nursing Award

The American Nurses Association MassachusettsFriend of Nursing Award is for a person or persons who have demonstrated strong support for the profession of nursing in Massachusetts. The candidate for this award may be self- nominated or be nominated by a colleague.

The Friendof Nursing Award is presented each year at the ANA Massachusetts Awards Dinner Ceremony held in early spring.

Eligibility / Selection Criteria

Nominator

  • Must be a member of ANA Massachusetts (self-nomination is not permitted).
  • Must submit a letter of recommendation.
  • Must secure one additional letter of recommendation that will accompany the application.

Nominee (ANA Massachusetts Membership Not Required)

Required Elements

  • Has worked to promote the profession of nursing in Massachusetts
  • Has worked to promote a positive image of the profession of nursing in Massachusetts
  • Has worked to promote the growth of the profession of nursing in Massachusetts

Required Elements

Completed applications must be submitted by the required deadline.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The completed application should be sent in a single mailing or submitted electronically and includes:

Application Form

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Nominator’s Letter of Recommendation*

One additional Letter of Recommendation**

Instructions for application completion & submission

Application must be submitted by January 12th electronically or by mail. Please complete all areas indicated with either text or check marks. For applications completed and submitted electronically, grey text boxes will auto expand to fit contents. Receipt of nominations will be confirmed by email.

Completed applications should be sent to:

Or:

Chair, ANA Massachusetts Awards Committee

C/O ANA Massachusetts

P.O. Box 285

Milton, MA02186

*Nominator Letter of Recommendation must be from an ANA Massachusetts member.

**Each person writing a Letter of Recommendation should send it to the nominator who will be responsible for submitting the completed application in its entirety.

Friend of Nursing Award

Application

Nominator Information (if peer nominated)

Name and Credentials:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Home phone (include area code):Home Fax:

E-mail address:

Check box if ANA Massachusetts Member:

Candidate Information

Name and Credentials:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Home phone (include area code):Home Fax:

E-mail address:

Current Employer:

Position/title:

Work Phone:Work Fax:

Dates of Employment:

Check box if ANA Massachusetts Member:

I certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my abilities

Signature: ______

Friend of Nursing Award

Letter of Recommendation

Please provide your assessment of the applicant’s contributions to strengthening and promoting the profession of nursing in Massachusetts. Please also indicate in what capacity you know the applicant.

Signature:______Phone number:

Print name: Title:

Position: Date:

Are you a member of ANA MA Yes __ No__

Friend of Nursing Award

Applicant Check List:

Incomplete or partial applications will not be considered.

  • Application
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Two letters of recommendation with at least one from an ANA MA member

Must be postmarked/submitted electronically by January 12th..

Completed applications should be sent to:

Or:

Chair, ANA Massachusetts Awards Committee

C/O ANA Massachusetts

P.O. Box 285

Milton, MA02186

American Nurses Association Massachusetts

PO Box 285 ~ Milton, MA 02186 ~ 617-990-2856

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