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2026 SCHCHA Nurse of the Year Award

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Deadline to Submit Nominations - October 26, 2026

Nomination Instructions
Please complete the nomination form below to nominate an individual you believe is deserving of this special recognition.

Please provide all requested information about the nominee.
  • Be specific when describing the nominee’s accomplishments, contributions, and impact. Do not include the nominee’s name or agency name in narrative responses. Nominations will be evaluated through a blind judging process.
  • Review all responses before submitting. Incomplete nominations will not be considered.
  • This survey cannot be saved and completed later. Please gather all necessary information before beginning.

Criteria for the Award
This award recognizes and honors a registered nurse with a minimum of three years of experience in home care, home health, or hospice who has dedicated their career and professional contributions to the field.

This special award highlights a nurse who demonstrates exceptional commitment, passion, and selflessness in delivering quality care and achieving positive patient outcomes, while exemplifying professionalism and having the heart of a teacher.

Thank you for taking the time to recognize a deserving member of the SCHCHA community!
1.Nominator's Full Name(Required.)
2.Nominator's Agency(Required.)
3.Nominator's Email(Required.)
4.Nominator's Phone Number(Required.)
5.Nominee's Full Name(Required.)
6.Nominee's Agency(Required.)
7.Nominee's Title and Credentials (if applicable)(Required.)
8.Nominee's Email(Required.)
9.Nominee's Phone Number(Required.)
10.Number of Years Worked in Home Care, Home Health, and/or Hospice(Required.)
11.Describe examples of how this person leads with humility and selflessness. (250 words or less)
Reminder: Do not use the nominee’s name or agency in your response.(Required.)
12.How has this individual served as a pioneer within your agency? (250 words or less)
Reminder: Do not use the nominee’s name or agency in your response.(Required.)
13.What has been this individual’s most significant contribution to the home health, home care, or hospice nursing profession?(250 words or less)
Reminder: Do not use the nominee’s name or agency in your response.(Required.)
14.How has this individual demonstrated a commitment to professional growth and development? (250 words or less)
Reminder: Do not use the nominee’s name or agency in your response.(Required.)
15.How has this individual gone above and beyond in their role to educate, mentor, and support others? Please provide specific examples. (250 words or less)
Reminder: Do not use the nominee’s name or agency in your response.(Required.)
16.Describe how this individual has advocated for patients and for the home care and hospice industry. Please provide specific examples. (250 words or less)
Reminder: Do not use the nominee’s name or agency in your response.(Required.)