2026 Nurse of Distinction in Education Nomination

2026 Nurse of Distinction in Education Nomination

Nominate a WNY Nurse by March 10, 2026
Please complete the form below to nominate a colleague for the Nurse of Distinction in Education award. Please note that nominees must be a member of the Professional Nurses Association of Western New York to be considered. If your nominee is not a member, please register them here.

Unsure if your nominee is a member? Please email RN@wnypna.org or call 716-839-4075 to confirm.

Please address your nominee's outstanding contribution to the nursing profession and to the field of nursing, specifically:
Significant achievement: Within the primary practice role of nursing faculty or nurse educator in any capacity.
Demonstrated leadership: That inspires other nurses to improve. Provides mentorship to nurses and acts as a role model for others.
Participation in activities: That foster a positive public image of nursing as a profession.
Nominee
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Title *
Organization/Employer*
Credentials*
Nominee is a PNAWNY member*

YesNo
If your nominee is not a member, please register your nominee here.
Address*

Street Address

PO Box/Apt

CityState

Postal / Zip Code
Nominee's email address*
example@example.com
Nominator
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Organization/Employer*
Credentials*
Address*

Street Address

PO Box/Apt

CityState

Postal / Zip Code
Your email address*
example@example.com
Nomination

* The strength of the narrative is critical. Please be concise and address all criteria including specific examples/outcomes to assure your nominee the best chance for selection.

Please address your nominee's outstanding contribution to the nursing profession and to the field of nursing, specifically:
Please describe a significant achievement within a particular area of nursing, including education, clinical practice, research or administration:*
Please describe demonstrated leadership that mentors, acts as a role model and inspires other nurses to improve*
Please describe participation in activities that fosters a positive public image of nursing as a profession:*
Nominee Statement
Please include a statement of no more than 300 words from your nominee describing the following:
The most rewarding experience of their career:*

Your nominee's statement:*0/300
Their most significant contribution to the nursing profession*

Your nominee's statement:*0/300
Should be Empty: