What does the Awards Selection Task Force do?
The Awards Selection Task Force reviews nominations and recommends a recipient for each of the following awards:
- Leadership Award
- Mentor of the Year Award
- Robyn Main Excellence in Clinical Practice Award
- RN Rising Star Award
- Chapter awards
- Other awards as determined by the NANN Board of Directors
What kind of volunteer is NANN looking for?
- Must be a NANN member
- Interest in awards and scholarship
- Ability to meet key deadlines
- Detail-oriented
- General interest in recognizing high achievers in the neonatal nursing profession
- Someone who is just starting their volunteer journey with NANN!
A SIG facilitator, committee chair, or member shall not serve in any other volunteer role at the same time unless it is an appointment by virtue of the position held. If currently serving in a volunteer role, a member must complete the term of service prior to serving on the Board or Council. Service on a task force may be made upon approval by the designated leadership body – either the NANN Board of Directors or NANN-AP Council.
Term
One year with an option to renew for one additional term.
Qualifications
A. NANN member in good standing.
B. Must be currently practicing in neonatal nursing in a role such as clinical care, education, research, administration, industry, or consulting. At its discretion, NANN’s Board of Directors may make exceptions to this requirement.
Responsibilities
A. Increase NANN’s visibility by promoting the awards to professionals in neonatal nursing.
B. Work with staff during the awards selection process.
C. Review and rate the awards applications.
D. Participate in necessary conference calls to select award recipients.
What is the time commitment?
The Awards Selection Task Force will conduct scoring in March/April. The estimated total volunteer time will be between 2 to 10 hours per year, depending on the number of award applications received.