Awards, Grants & Scholarships
Awards, Grants & Scholarships
Educational
Scholarships
Each year, ANNA offers scholarships that provide funding to support members in their pursuit of higher education. ANNA also offers grants for clinical research projects and patient/staff education programs. Recipients are announced annually at the ANNA National Symposium.
Career Mobility Scholarships
Career Mobility Scholarships will be awarded annually to support qualified ANNA members in the pursuit of either a BSN or advanced degree in nursing.
Please Note
All scholarship applications need to have three (3) submitted recommendation forms for their application to be complete. Please click the link below to submit a recommendation form.
Submit Recommendation Forms
ANNA Career Mobility Scholarships (5 at $2,000)
Janel Parker Career Mobility Scholarship (1 at $2,500) - Sponsored by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc.
NNCC Career Mobility Scholarships (3 at $3,000)
Dare to Soar Career Mobility Scholarship (1at $1,000) - Sponsored by Rowena W. Elliott, 2011-2012 ANNA President and ANNA San Francisco Bay Chapter #504
Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) Career Mobility Scholarships (2 at $4,375)
Marilyn Eilert Memorial Career Mobility Scholarship ($1,000) - Sponsored by ANNA Jersey North Chapter #126
Nephrology Nursing Certification Scholarship (1 CNN-NP at $425, 1 CNN at $400, & 1 CDN at $400)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must apply for the scholarships.
For Career Mobility Scholarships, you must be a current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last one (1) year as of the awards & scholarship application deadline date.
For NNCC and Nephrology Nursing Certification scholarships, you must be a member of ANNA for a minimum of the last two (2) years as of the awards & scholarship application deadline date.
Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
Accepted or enrolled in a baccalaureate or higher degree program in nursing.
Each sponsor may request candidates meet additional criteria to those listed. Any additional criteria will be listed annually in the call for applications published in the ANNA Update and on the ANNA website.
- For NNCC Career Mobility Scholarships: candidates must hold current certification through the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC).
- For Nephrology Nursing Certification Scholarships, applicant must show successful completion of Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission Exam within the past twelve (12) months. Applicants with other organizational reimbursement, such as employee reimbursement or other, are excluded from applying.
Application
The completed application must include:
- Documentation that the eligibility criteria are met.
- Certified transcript(s) of the applicant’s academic records, if currently enrolled, or if not currently enrolled, an official letter of acceptance from the academic institution into a course of part-time or full-time study to begin no later than 3 months following the receipt of the award.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- An essay of 250 words or less written by the applicant describing career/educational goals and addressing:
- Expected time frame for completion of the degree.
- Application of this award to meet the expected expenses.
- Impact of the completion of degree program on applicant’s nephrology nursing practice.
Expectations of the Recipient
Proof of successful academic progress (grade report or transcript) is required to be submitted to ANNA National Office at the conclusion of the semester(s) for which funds were used.
About Janel Parker
Janel Parker, MSN, RN, CNN, was a nationally recognized authority on nephrology nursing practice and served ANNA and the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) in a variety of leadership positions for more than 20 years. She was president of ANNA in 1986-1987, as well as past national treasurer and a member of the Nephrology Nursing Journal Editorial Board. She also served as editor of the first edition of the Contemporary Nephrology Nursing textbook. Janel was one of the founders of NNCC in 1986-1987 and served the organization in several capacities, including as charter president and director of testing, research, and development. She served as the first full-time executive director of NNCC from 2002-2003. Janel was committed to excellence in nephrology nursing and dedicated to the development of competent caregivers and safe, quality care for patients. She was held in high esteem by her nursing colleagues and was a friend and mentor to many nephrology nurses.
Clinical Practice Grants
To provide funds for clinical practice projects that will directly benefit staff, patients, and/or families. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, Continuous Quality Improvement projects designed to improve clinical practice or projects to design, implement, or evaluate staff and/or patient education programs, research utilization, or outcomes evaluation.
Grant
Three grants of up to $2,500
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must apply for the grants.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Project may be new or a project in progress.
- Proposed projects may be used to meet requirements for an academic agree.
Expectations of the Recipient
Results of the project will be shared with the membership by:
- Submission of a clinical abstract for presentation of the project at the National Symposium (poster or verbal presentation); or
- Submission of a manuscript for the Professional Issues section of the Nephrology Nursing Journal.
Application
The application must include:
- A clear description of the project including the specific aim or goal of the project.
- Feasibility of the project.
- Description of the project’s clinical significance and potential to improve practice.
- Relevance or relationship of the project to ANNA’s Nephrology Nursing Standards of Practice and Guidelines for Care.
- A critical examination of current practice related to the project.
- Itemized budget explaining how this award will be used.
Research Grants
Applicants who need assistance or feedback regarding their research grant proposal may submit a draft proposal by August 31 in order to receive feedback from the ANNA Research Committee prior to the final grant application deadline of November 15. Contact Arhlene Delfin for more information on submitting a draft proposal.
Available Research Grants:
Research Grant (1 grant of up to $15,000)*
Evidence-Based Practice Project Grants (3 grants of $5,000)
Barbara F. Prowant Research Grant (1 grant of $5,000)
Satellite Healthcare Applied Pragmatic Clinical Research Grant (1 grant of $5,000)*
Need help getting started with your research grant?
The ANNA Research Committee has developed Research Modules, a series of five educational programs for nephrology nurses to use as a resource in developing research and research grant proposals. The series is designed to assist ANNA members in applying for the clinical practice, research, and evidence-based practice grants available through ANNA.
Click on the links below to access the individual programs in the ANNA Online Library. The content for each module is free for ANNA members and nonmembers. Contact hours are available for each module (processing fees apply): $10 ANNA Members, $15 Standard.
Module Contact Hours (CH)
Module 1: Getting Started with Research Development
Describes methods for identifying research questions, aims, and hypotheses. 0.5 CH
Expires 8/1/26
Module 2: Qualitative Research
Provides knowledge and skills for the design and implementation of qualitative health research and the management and analysis of qualitative data.0.85 CH
Expires 8/1/26
Module 3: Quantitative Research
Provides knowledge and skills for critical decision making in the design and implementation of quantitative health care research.1.0 CH
Expires 8/1/26
Module 4: Evidence-Based Practice for the Nephrology Nurse
Provides knowledge and skills to integrate the best available evidence to guide nephrology nurses in informing care practices and improving patient outcomes.1.0 CH
Expires 8/1/26
Module 5: Proposal Development
Provides an overview of ANNA guidelines for submitting clinical practice, research, and evidence-based practice grants.
Go to Research Modules in ANNA Online Library
American Nephrology Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Research Grant History
Year |
Grant |
Amount |
Recipient |
Study |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ANNA Research Grant | $15,000 | Michelle L. Johnson | Describing the Novel DCL KCM Program and Relationships with Research Variables |
| 2024 | ANNA Evidence-Based Practice | $5000 | Tanya Scott | Reducing Inpatient Falls on a Renal Medical-Telemetry Unit in a Quaternary Hospital System |
| 2023 | ANNA Research Grant | $15,000 | Rachel Wood | A Mixed-Methods Exploration of Loneliness and Burnout Among Nephrology Nurses |
| 2022 | ANNA Research Grant | $15,000 | Mary Hannan | Intervention to Reduce Sedentary Behavior in Adults with Chronic Kidney Disease |
| 2021 | ANNA Research Grant | $15,000 | Seon Yoon Chung | Effect of Exercise Training on Inflammatory Pathways in Older Adults with Chronic Kidney Disease |
| 2021 | Satellite Healthcare Applied Pragmatic Clinical Research Grant | $5,000 | Vicki Montoya | Technology-Based Pre-Dialysis Education |
Research Awards
Deadline for Research Award applications is October 15.
Nephrology Nurse Researcher Award
Purpose
To recognize an outstanding nephrology nurse researcher.
Award
$1,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Preferably holds a master’s or doctoral degree.
- The nomination packet should include documentation of the following:
- The nominee has conducted research that contributes to the advancement of nephrology nursing. The packet should include a list of research the nominee has completed, and any research that is in progress, with the following information:
- Title of the research study
- List of other researchers (if applicable)
- Date of completion of project or projected completion of the study.
- The nominee has shared his/her research findings, either through presentation at ANNA meetings or publication in appropriate journals. The nomination letter will provide the following:
- A list of presentations, including any co-presenters, with the title of the presentation, date, type of meeting (e.g., ANNA National Symposium), and site of meeting.
- A list of publications in APA format, including other authors (if applicable), publication date, title of article, name of the journal, volume and issue, and page numbers. Note if the journal is a refereed journal.
- Additional comments that support the nominee as an outstanding nephrology nurse researcher.
Research Sharing Award
Purpose
To award an individual or group who has made a major contribution to the dissemination of research to nurses for use in clinical nephrology nursing practice, education, and/or administration. Dissemination of research findings refers to a systematic effort or project that is directed towards making the essentials of completed research available to nurses in an accessible and usable format. Research-based projects may take various forms such as publications, audio/video tapes, conferences, consultation, or educational programs.
Award
$350
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates may apply or be nominated for this award.
- The primary contact person or nominee must be a current ANNA member, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline date.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Eligible projects must be focused on the development of an evidence-based project for nephrology nursing and relevant to nephrology nursing practice, using the current edition of the ANNA Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice as a guide.
- The primary focus of the submitted project must be sharing findings of research with other nurses.
- The submission package must demonstrate that the research-based project was:
- Presented in a form that is useful to nurses in nephrology settings.
- Made available to nurses in a convenient manner and at a reasonable cost.
- Packaged in a manner that will attract nurses to use or apply findings in their research, teaching, administration, and/or practice.
- Based on science using a synthesis of existing research.
Awards Program
Each year ANNA members and chapters have the opportunity to nominate colleagues and/or apply themselves for a variety of awards, scholarships, and grants.
The ANNA Outstanding Achievement Awards recognize and reward individuals and ANNA chapters for outstanding achievement in areas such as
The ANNA Outstanding Achievement Awards recognize and reward individuals and ANNA chapters for outstanding achievement in areas such as
Clinical practice
Education
Management
Quality care
Research
Rehabilitation
Collaboration
Health policy advocacy
Please note: Outstanding Achievement Awards 111, 114 through 119, and 125 are awarded annually. Nominations are not accepted for these awards; the selection process involves either a chapter point system or selection by the ANNA Board of Directors and ANNA committees. Outstanding Achievement Award 128 is awarded monthly and the selection process is governed by the ANNA Chapter Support Team.
101 - Outstanding Contribution to ANNA
Purpose
To recognize one nephrology nurse who has made outstanding contributions to the goals of ANNA.
Award
Lifetime membership, plaque, and an ANNA logo pin
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participation in ANNA as a full member at local and/or national level.
- Significant contribution to the growth and effective functioning of ANNA and nephrology nursing.
- Participated in successful resolution of complex or difficult issues of ANNA.
- May have served as any officer for the organization except as President within the past 5 years dating from the National Symposium at which the presidency was assumed.
Application
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102 - Ron Brady Memorial Award for Excellence in Volunteer Leadership
Sponsored by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc.
Purpose
To recognize a nephrology nurse who has demonstrated outstanding volunteer leadership in contributing to the mission of ANNA.
Award
$1,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participation in ANNA as a full member at local and/or national level.
- Nominator must provide written documentation of the individual’s ability to motivate others toward a common goal.
- Demonstrated mentorship of other ANNA members to promote growth and development of the Association.
About Ron Brady
Ron Brady was ANNA’s Executive Director at the time of his death from a cerebral aneurysm in February 1998. He also served as Executive Director for the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission as well as Executive Editor of the Nephrology Nursing Journal. Ron was known for his guidance, intellect, creativity, wit, wisdom, and caring for ANNA.
Application
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103 - Clinical Practice Award
Sponsored by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc.
Purpose
To recognize excellence in clinical nephrology nursing practice.
Award
$1,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Outstanding contribution toward improved patient care.
- Commitment to direct patient care and clinical competence in nephrology.
- Evidence of contributing toward improved patient care through utilization of relevant evidence-based nephrology nursing practice using the current edition of the ANNA Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice as a guide.
Application
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104 - Nephrology Nurse Educator Award
Sponsored by DaVita Inc.
Purpose
To recognize outstanding contributions to professional and/or patient education.
Award
$2,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Outstanding contribution in nephrology education for professionals or patients.
- Evidence of sharing educational expertise in nephrology either through presentations at ANNA meetings or publication in nephrology-related journals.
Application
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105 - Excellence in Nephrology Nursing Management Award
Purpose
To recognize a qualified ANNA member for managerial excellence in the advancement of nephrology nursing.
Award
$1,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline date.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Minimum 2 years experience in nephrology nursing management, which may include experience as a director, administrator, or coordinator.
- Nominator must provide written documentation of the individual’s excellence in management style or techniques.
Application
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106 - Nephrology Nurse Researcher Award
Purpose
To recognize an outstanding nephrology nurse researcher.
Award
$1,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Preferably holds a master’s or doctoral degree.
- The nomination packet should include documentation of the following:
- The nominee has conducted research that contributes to the advancement of nephrology nursing. The packet should include a list of research the nominee has completed, and any research that is in progress, with the following information:
- Title of the research study
- List of other researchers (if applicable)
- Date of completion of project or projected completion of the study.
- The nominee has shared his/her research findings, either through presentation at ANNA meetings or publication in appropriate journals. The nomination letter will provide the following:
- A list of presentations, including any co-presenters, with the title of the presentation, date, type of meeting (e.g., ANNA National Symposium), and site of meeting.
- A list of publications in APA format, including other authors (if applicable), publication date, title of article, name of the journal, volume and issue, and page numbers. Note if the journal is a refereed journal.
- Additional comments that support the nominee as an outstanding nephrology nurse researcher.
- The nominee has conducted research that contributes to the advancement of nephrology nursing. The packet should include a list of research the nominee has completed, and any research that is in progress, with the following information:
Application
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108 - Quality Care Award
Sponsored by Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
Purpose
To recognize a nurse or technician who, through clinical excellence and exceptional human compassion, has provided care to hemodialysis patients that is above and beyond the requirements of his/her position.
Award
$2,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full or associate member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Committed to personal and professional growth through continuing education.
- Active in the continuous improvement of patient care through involvement in patient education and/or other patient-centered activities.
Application
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111 - Outstanding Chapter Recognition Award
Sponsored by B. Braun Medical Inc. and Aesculap Academy
Purpose
To recognize one ANNA chapter annually that has demonstrated exceptional contributions and outstanding achievements while actively supporting the goals and philosophy of ANNA.
Award
- $1,500
Eligibility Criteria
- Chapters will not nominate nor apply for this award.
- Chapter meets recharter criteria.
- Chapter demonstrates evidence of cooperation with National ANNA goals through participation in the STAR program.
- A chapter may not win this award in 2 consecutive years.
- If a chapter wins the Outstanding Chapter Recognition Award they will not be eligible to win any other Chapter STAR Award or Chapter Rising STAR Award in that same year. The recipient of this award is not eligible to receive the Chapters Collaboration Award in the same year.
- The timeline for criteria for this award is January 1 through December 31.
112 - Chapter(s) Strategic Collaboration Award
Purpose
Recognize ANNA chapter(s) that have demonstrated exceptional contributions and outstanding achievements through collaboration with: (a) one or more strategic alliances with other organizations and/or (b) two or more chapters strategic alliances while supporting the goals and philosophy of ANNA.
Award
$500 for each chapter, or a maximum of $2,000 divided evenly among the chapters, and a certificate
Eligibility Criteria
- Chapters may apply or be nominated for the award.
- Chapters may not win this award for the same strategic collaboration in 2 consecutive years.
- Chapters provide evidence of cooperation with national ANNA goals.
- The chapter(s) demonstrate a cohesive relationship or initiative in forming an alliance with one or more organizations or entities to provide community service or to directly benefit chapter members or potential members.
- The chapter(s) increase the visibility of the chapter and other organization to promote and publicize their unique activities.
- Documentation clearly describes the chapter’s collaborative project.
- The recipients of this award are not eligible to receive the annual Outstanding Chapter Recognition Award in the same year.
Application
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122 - ANNA Research Sharing Award
Purpose
To award an individual or group who has made a major contribution to the dissemination of research to nurses for use in clinical nephrology nursing practice, education, and/or administration. Dissemination of research findings refers to a systematic effort or project that is directed towards making the essentials of completed research available to nurses in an accessible and usable format. Research-based projects may take various forms such as publications, audio/video tapes, conferences, consultation, or educational programs.
Award
$350
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates may apply or be nominated for this award.
- The primary contact person or nominee must be a current ANNA member, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline date.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Eligible projects must be focused on the development of an evidence-based project for nephrology nursing and relevant to nephrology nursing practice, using the current edition of the ANNA Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice as a guide.
- The primary focus of the submitted project must be sharing findings of research with other nurses.
- The submission package must demonstrate that the research-based project was:
- Presented in a form that is useful to nurses in nephrology settings.
- Made available to nurses in a convenient manner and at a reasonable cost.
- Packaged in a manner that will attract nurses to use or apply findings in their research, teaching, administration, and/or practice.
- Based on science using a synthesis of existing research.
Application
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123 - Kelly McManus Memorial Award
Sponsored by NxStage
Purpose
To recognize a nurse who, through clinical excellence, has provided care to patients receiving frequent (daily, every other day, 5 times/week) home hemodialysis that is above and beyond the requirements of his/her position.
Award
$2,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Be a current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Evidence of commitment and competence in the training and care of home hemodialysis patients.
- Evidence of contributing toward improved patient care through utilization of relevant evidence-based nephrology nursing practice.
- Committed to personal and professional growth through continuing education.
- Involved in the continuous improvement of patient care through activities such as the following:
- Patient recruitment and selection.
- Demonstrating initiative to assist in the start and growth of a home hemodialysis program.
- Patient education.
- Other patient-centered activities.
About Kelly McManus
Kelly McManus graduated with a BSN from Linfield College in Oregon after she had already completed a BS in zoology and genetics from OSU. Although she had a love of animals, Kelly found that she was much more interested in working with people. She began her career in nephrology at Good Samaritan in Portland, OR, where she worked in many aspects of nephrology and moved into education. As a Clinical Education Specialist, she helped nephrology nurses with training for a variety of therapies and equipment. During her career, Kelly successfully transitioned from nursing to sales. Kelly never forgot, though, that her customer was always the patient. Kelly never failed to “do the right thing” for her patients. In her last position with NxStage, she was a vocal advocate for making sure that home hemodialysis patients had the ability to live their lives to their potential through their access to the therapy. She worked along with home training nurses to ensure that facilities and patients were educated. Her greatest professional happiness was being able to help patients.
Application
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126 - Helen Feigenbaum Award for the Promotion of Excellence in Nephrology Nursing
Sponsored by the Feigenbaum Family
Purpose
To recognize one qualified nurse each year who demonstrates the commitment to excellence in nursing that Helen Feigenbaum embodied in her approach to clinical practice and quality care, leadership, collaboration, education, and research.
Award
- $1,000 and a plaque
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- A demonstrated commitment to personal and professional growth and to the promotion of excellence in nursing in the spirit of Helen Feigenbaum.
- Nominators are also encouraged to give first consideration to those qualified candidates who are facing financial hardship that would be an impediment to their professional development.
About Helen Feigenbaum
Helen Feigenbaum, RN, was a champion of excellence in nursing and a pioneer in nephrology nursing from its inception. She recognized that nephrology nursing requires a specially skilled and technically proficient team of nurses who are deeply concerned with the human condition and with the unique attributes of the individual patient. Compassion, openness, communication, and respect formed the foundation for Helen’s relationships, not only with her patients and their families, but toward all those with whom she interacted. Under Helen’s exceptional leadership, primary nursing care in chronic dialysis was first conceived and developed at Yale-New Haven Hospital. She understood that only through building a close collegial relationship with the physicians, technicians, social workers, dieticians, and family therapists was it possible to provide superior comprehensive care to patients in the dialysis and transplant programs.
Helen was a founding member of both the Connecticut Chapter of ANNA and the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses’ Association. She lectured and published throughout her career and strongly supported others to do the same. Appreciating the crucial role that professional organizations play in helping nurses to realize their full potential, she enthusiastically promoted participation in conferences, workshops, and seminars, as well as writing for professional journals.
Application
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127 - New to Nephrology Practice Award
Sponsored by Kibow Biotech, Inc.
Purpose
Recognize outstanding excellence displayed by an ANNA member who is new to nephrology nursing practice.
Award
Complimentary registration to a future National Symposium within 2 years of receiving the award (value $500) and reimbursement of expenses for travel, hotel, and per diem following the National Symposium, up to $1,500.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- The nominee can either be nominated by someone else or self-nominated.
- Be a current full member of ANNA, in good standing, for a period of more than 1 year but less than 5 years in nephrology nursing. The time-period is based on the yearly published Awards & Scholarship deadline.
- Level of education: BSN or higher
- Application for the New to Practice Nephrology Practice nominee to include four essays questions (less than 250-word limit per question):
- What are one or more accomplishments thus far in your nephrology nursing career? Please explain.
- What have you done that would exemplify outstanding care for patient(s) with kidney disease? Please provide example(s).
- How have you or how would you help advance nephrology nursing through technology, innovation, evidence-based practice, clinical, safety, or education initiatives?
- What involvement have you had with your local ANNA chapter and/or ANNA nationally?
Winner’s Obligation
- Duties at the National Symposium, as assigned by the ANNA Board of Directors and/or National Office
- Write an ANNA article about your experience at the National Symposium
Application
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129 - Patient Safety Award
Sponsored by DaVita, Inc.
Purpose
Recognize excellence in contributing to patient safety.
Award
$2,000
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the award will be nominated.
- Current full member of ANNA, having been a member for a minimum of the last 2 years as of the awards/scholarship application deadline.
- Actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services or works as direct patient care nurse in nephrology.
- Active participant in ANNA at the local and/or national level.
- Commitment to patient safety in clinical practice.
- Evidence of contributing toward improved patient safety through utilization of relevant evidence-based nephrology nursing practice, using the current edition of ANNA Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice as a guide.
Application
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