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Lifetime Achievement Award

Please review this award's criteria below applying to make sure you have all required materials.

PURPOSE

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes nurses who have made significant and sustained contributions to the profession of nursing through their leadership, advocacy, research, and/or teaching.

ELIGIBILITY

Currently licensed as a registered nurse or retired with a license in good standing when the license became inactive
At least 25 years in the nursing profession, including a minimum of 5 years in Illinois

SELECTION PROCESS

Nominees are evaluated using a 5-point scale based on the evidence in one or more of the following criteria that align with INF’s mission, vision, and core values

LEADERSHIP & ADVOCACY

Exemplary quality demonstrated by various leadership positions within nursing society and/or across disciplines
Sustained impact on nursing practice standards, political actions, philanthropy, etc., at the state, national, and/or international levels
Lifelong advocacy for the health of people and communities by providing health care services

RESEARCH

Significant contributions in expanding nursing knowledge and enhancing evidence-based nursing practice
Distinguished records in nursing research and publications through innovative and collaborative approaches

EDUCATION

Substantial contributions to achieving excellence and addressing challenges in nursing education
Long-standing commitment to nursing professional development and/or mentorship

NOMINATION PROCESS

Any individual or organization may nominate a candidate for the award by submitting a nomination form online, including nomination narrative (500-1500 words), two letters of recommendation demonstrating nominee’s qualifications, resume or CV, and donation of $250 or above. Nominations without a CV and two letters of recommendation will not be considered.

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