2021 Nomination for Clinical Practitioner of the Year

The PSRC is seeking nominations for the 2025 Research Practitioner of the Year award. This award identifies and recognizes a PSRC member who displays significant contributions to the growth and development of respiratory care through research and quality improvement and displays mentorship and support to future researchers.

Nomination, the nominee must meet the following criteria:

Be an active AARC / PSRC member.
Hold an active PA respiratory license.
Currently practicing in the state of Pennsylvania.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the NBRC.

Preferred Attributes of Nominations (will be considered, please list below)

Examples:

Academic Preparation – BS, BA, BSRT, MS, MBA, MHA, PhD, etc.
Years of experience
Certifications/Registry – NPS, ACCS, AE-C, COPD Educator, RPSGT, PMP, CPHQ, etc.
Honorary Fellowships – FAARC, FACHE, FAACVPR, etc.
Professional Involvement – Local coalitions & support groups, district committees, regional officer, PSRC, AARC, etc.
Work Related Committees – Committees, shared governance, interdisciplinary groups, governing boards, quality improvement projects, etc.

Research Practitioner

Displays significant contributions to the growth and development of respiratory care through research and quality improvement. Displays mentorship and support to future researchers.
Must have at least one publication in a peer reviewed journal in the last 18 months
Abstract or full publication
Number of publications

NOMINATIONS DUE BY FEBRUARY 28, 2026

Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Company*

Position*

E-mail*

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Phone Number*

AARC #

Name of Nominated Person*

E-mail Address (if known)

example@example.com

Phone Number (if known)

Place of Employment*

Job Title*

PA Licensure is in good standing:

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Professional Credentials:

Education Credentials:

Years in the Profession:

AARC # (if known):

Publication(s) in a peer reviewed journal in the last 18 months (does not include abstracts):

Honorary Fellowships (FAARC, FCCP, FACHE ect):

PSRC Involvement (Board of Directors, Committee Involvement):

AARC Involvement (HOD, Committee Involvement):

Involvement in promoting public awareness of respiratory care through health fairs, community outreach events, school recruitment, etc. :

Actively participates in a formal mentoring program:

Presentation of evidence-based respiratory care, education, leadership, and/or research in the form of public or virtual speaking engagement:

Participation in collaborative and multidisciplinary committees within their organization that promotes patient safety, quality, experience, and/or growth:

Has documented direct contribution to the quality and safety of patient care delivered by respiratory care:

Has documented significant contribution to the education, direction, and future growth of respiratory therapists and/or the respiratory care profession:

Has published material in a peer reviewed journal in the last 18 months:

Please feel free to attach any supporting documentation you feel is necessary, ie Curriculum Vitae*

Additional comments for consideration:*

PSRC Research Practitioner of the Year Award - Nomination Form

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