樱桃涩福利姬

LEADERSHIP IN NURSING

AWARDS PROGRAM

樱桃涩福利姬, sponsored by the Sisters of Charity, has provided quality nursing education for 100 years. The Mount’s rich heritage in educating and fostering the development of nursing leaders gives evidence of its continuing commitment to prepare nurses for leadership roles. In an effort to recognize these outstanding nursing leaders, 樱桃涩福利姬 has established the annual Leadership in Nursing Awards.

Four awards will be presented:  Distinguished Nurse Administrator, Distinguished Nurse Educator, Distinguished Nurse Researcher and Lifetime Achievement in Nursing. Throughout your career you have encountered leaders in the field whose hard work and vision merit recognition. Please join with 樱桃涩福利姬 in honoring these leaders of our profession.

ELIGIBILITY

The nominee should have a history of enhancing the image of professional nursing, providing service with respect for human dignity and the uniqueness of others, and promoting the scholarly activities and professional development of self and others. Please note the criteria for each award. To be eligible, the winner must be available to receive the award the evening of the event.

NOMINATIONS

To be considered, nominations must include the following: 

• a completed nomination form
• a nomination narrative 

An individual may be nominated for one of the following categories:

1. 1. Distinguished Nurse Administrator
2. 2. Distinguished Nurse Educator
3. 3. Distinguished Nurse Researcher
4. 4. Lifetime Achievement in Nursing

DEADLINE

Nominations for the Leadership in Nursing Awards must be emailed no later than
August 15th, 2025.

SELECTION

A selection committee will conduct a blind review of all nominations received.  Nominations will be rated in categories based on the criteria.  All nominees will be notified of the outcome.

AWARDS PRESENTATION

The winners of the awards will be honored and receive a specially designed crystal etching at the Leadership in Nursing Awards event. The winners must be present at the event to receive their award.

EVENT

Wednesday, October 22, 2025  

The Drees Pavilion in Devou Park

Covington, KY

Social begins at 5:30 p.m. 

Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. 

The Nursing Leadership Awards are based on the premise that a nurse leader enhances the image of professional nursing, has a positive value orientation and promotes the professional development of self and others as evidenced by maintaining competence in nursing and responding to challenges with innovative approaches.  Leadership can be measured in many different ways.  The following criteria are used in determining award recipients.  Award recipients are eligible for each award only once.

DISTINGUISHED NURSE ADMINISTRATOR

Award Criteria

The recipient of the Distinguished Nurse Administrator Award is recognized for outstanding leadership and management skills within the field of nursing administration, has a minimum of a BSN and is presently employed in the field of nursing administration.

• Promotes a positive work place through collaboration, respect and support of colleagues.
• Assists colleagues to grow professionally and personally within the profession.
• Considers the welfare of clients, colleagues and the organization in matters affecting employment and practice.
• Effectively maintains delivery of quality nursing care through proactive responses in the management of health care delivery.

DISTINGUISHED NURSE EDUCATOR

Award Criteria

The recipient of the Distinguished Nurse Educator Award is recognized for commitment to the advancement of nursing knowledge; is presently employed in a nurse educator position and holds a master’s or doctoral degree.

• Advances nursing knowledge through research, publications and/or presentations.
• Employs creative and innovative teaching strategies, responding to the needs of a diverse learner population and promoting high levels of competence.
• Collaborates with clients and health care professionals to enhance wellness.
• Demonstrates commitment to community service through active involvement.

DISTINGUISHED NURSE RESEARCHER

Award Criteria

The recipient of the Distinguished Nurse Researcher Award is recognized for recent significant research activities which have positively affected nursing practice.  To be eligible for the award, nominees must demonstrate at least two of the following:

• Evidence of significant contribution to evidence-base nursing practice
• Encourages the development and effective use of nursing research among practicing clinicians
• Disseminates research results through presentations and/or publications
• Received funded support from local, regional, and national agencies

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT IN NURSING

Award Criteria

The Lifetime Achievement in Nursing Award recognizes a nurse leader whose career has significantly affected nursing, health care and the community, who has a BSN or equivalent degree, and has practiced nursing for 25 years or more.

• Has demonstrated a proactive response to health care needs.
• Has demonstrated resourcefulness and creative approaches to implement change.
• Has demonstrated significant achievement in improving nursing and health care.

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