Awards Criteria and Procedures

• Community Awards
  • COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD
  • EXCELLENCE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE AWARD
• Research and Travel Awards
  • RESEARCH AWARD
  • TRAVEL AWARDS
• Student Awards
  • UNDERGRADUATE
  • MASTERS
  • DOCTORAL

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD

Criteria:

1. Candidate will be a member, in good standing, of Sigma Theta Tau.

2. Candidate directs and guides health care activities that produce 'measurable outcomes in a community/organizational setting.

3. Candidate is recognized by an organization for developing teamwork and by staff for promoting their professional growth and development.

4. Candidate has developed and/or managed projects leading to greater awareness of health within the community/organization.

5. Candidate promotes the image of nursing within community/organization.

Procedure:

1. Nomination for the award will be made by a member of Delta Chapter.

   1. Nominating letter to be submitted to the Awards Committee Chairman by April 1.

   2. Nominating letter will describe how the stated criteria for the Community Leadership Award have been met.

2. Nominating letter will be accompanied by a resume or curriculum vitae supporting the nominee's particular achievement and continuing leadership role.

3. Nomination will be endorsed by two (2) other support letters that attest to achievement of the criteria identified in the nominating letter.

Awards:

The decision will be made by the Awards Committee. The recipient of the award will receive a $100 monetary award at the Spring Banquet.

DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION IS APRIL 1.

Nomination materials include:

1. Nominating letter-
2. Nominee's resume or curriculum vitae
3. Two letters of support

Mail nomination materials to:

Sharon Kumm, RN, MN, CCRN
Chair, Delta Chapter Research & Awards Committee
Mail Stop 4043
University Of Kansas School of Nursing
3901 Rainbow Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66160
Phone: 913-588-3388
e-mail: skumm@kumc.edu

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EXCELLENCE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE AWARD

Criteria:

1. Candidate will be a member, in good standing, of Sigma Theta Tau.
2. Candidate demonstrates excellence in clinical practice by using critical thinking, teamwork, and collaboration skills with others, and outcome focused patient care.
3. Candidate exhibits a professional image of nursing.
4. Candidate expands the scope of practice for the benefit of clients.
5. Candidate served as a mentor/preceptor for the benefit of clients.
6. Candidate serves as a mentor/preceptor and inspires peers in the practice of nursing.
7. Candidate uses current research and theory in practice.

Procedure:

1. Nomination for the award will be by a member of Delta Chapter.
   1. Nominating letter to be submitted to the Awards Committee Chairman by April I deadline.
   2. Nominating letter should include the following background information:
      Name of nominee
      Educational background
      Area of clinical practice 
      Other honors, recognition received
      Present position 
      Membership and participation in professional organizations
      Past employment history 
   3. Nominating letter will also include a statement documenting how the candidate has met the stated criteria for Excellence in Clinical Practice.
   4. Please include curriculum vitae or resume.
2. Nomination will be endorsed by two (2) other support letters that attest to achievement of the criteria identified in the nominating letter. Support letters may be written by persons other than Sigma Theta Tau members.

Awards:

The decision will be made by the Awards Committee. The recipient of the award will receive a $100 monetary award at the Spring Banquet.

DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION IS APRIL 1.

Nomination materials include:

1. Nominating letter
2. Nominee's resume or curriculum vitae
3. Two letters of support

Mail nomination materials to:

Sharon Kumm, RN, MN, CCRN
Chair, Delta Chapter Research & Awards Committee
Mail Stop 4043
University Of Kansas School of Nursing
3901 Rainbow Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66160
Phone: 913-588-3388
e-mail: skumm@kumc.edu

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Purpose:

To provide seed money for pilot projects, instrument development, or other initial research efforts.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Principal investigator (or co-investigator) will be a member in good standing of Sigma Theta Tau, Delta Chapter. A copy of your Sigma Theta Tau membership card must accompany your application for funding
2. Intent to conduct research, including thesis or dissertation requirements of an educational program.
3. Submission of a three (3) page proposal defining the proposed research (i.e., purpose, research design, significance to nursing, potential for future funding, specific budget request, and anticipated dates of initial data collection and project completion). Each proposal will be evaluated on scientific merit.
4. Submission of research proposal to the appropriate Institutional Review Board.
5. Agreement to submit a written final report within one year of funding date, or an annual progress report, to the Research and Awards Committee if funding is accepted.
6. Agreement to acknowledge support of Delta Chapter Sigma Theta Tau in the publication or presentation of the research findings.
7. Agree to give an oral presentation of study at Sigma Theta Tau Chapter meeting if requested.

Committee Procedure:

1. Proposals will be reviewed by the Research and Awards Committee two (2) times a year. Deadlines for submitting proposals are March 1 and September 1.
2. The Committee will determine the recipients and the amount of funding after reviewing the proposals. No funding will be provided until the proposed research receives IRB approval. Recipients of the Research Awards will be announced at a membership meeting and in the Chapter Newsletter. Recipients will be formally recognized at the Banquet.

Funds:

Awards are made on a competitive basis. Funding will vary according to the amount budgeted by the Chapter membership for research, the number of proposals received, and the scientific merit of the project.

Submit research proposal to:

Sharon Kumm, RN, MN, CCRN
Chair, Delta Chapter Research & Awards Committee
Mail Stop 4043
University Of Kansas School of Nursing
3901 Rainbow Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66160
Phone: 913-588-3388
e-mail: skumm@kumc.edu

If you have questions contact Sharon Kumm at 913-588-3388 or by Email: skumm@kumc.edu

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TRAVEL AWARDS

Purpose:

To foster dissemination of information through participation at regional, national and international scientific meetings. Major consideration will be given to presentation of scholarly papers, research data or invited presentation at symposiums. Graduate students, faculty, and clinicians will be given equal consideration for the awards.

Funds:

To provide funds for transportation, registration or other travel expenses.

Eligibility:

An applicant must be a member in good standing of Delta Chapter at the time of application. Application for the award must occur before the travel. No one person may receive more than one (1) Delta Chapter Travel Award per year and no more than two (2) Delta Chapter Awards in a five (5) year period.

Applications:

Applications are made through the Research and Awards Committee. Application forms are available from this website (in Adobe PDF format) or from the Chairman. Deadlines for receipt of applications are March 1 and September 1.

If you have questions contact:

Sharon Kumm, RN, MN, CCRN
Chair, Delta Chapter Research & Awards Committee
Mail Stop 4043
University Of Kansas School of Nursing
3901 Rainbow Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66160
Phone: 913-588-3388
e-mail: skumm@kumc.edu

Factors in Determining Priorities:

In judging applications, the Committee will give serious consideration to the following aspects:

1. Highest priority will be given to presentation of research or a scholarly paper.
2. Scientific/educational excellence of the applicants' participation/presentation.
3. Participation in chapter activities, over past five (5) years, i.e., officer, committee chair, committee member, presenter, or attendance at meetings.

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UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT AWARD

Criteria:

1. GPA of 3.8 or above.

2. Graduating in present academic year (August, December, or May).

Procedures:

1. Students with a GPA of 3.8 or above will be notified of eligibility by Research and Awards Committee Chairman in March.

2. Interested qualified undergraduate candidates need to self nominate by submitting a typed personal statement (300 words maximum) to the Research and Awards Committee Chairman by the announced deadline. The statement should include a description of the following:

   1. Leadership qualities such as professional, college, and community activities including presentations, community work, and publications.

   2. Contribution to nursing practice, and

   3. Immediate and long term professional goals.

3. The student must also submit a resume or curriculum vita.

4. Candidates will provide the criteria to one (1) faculty member from the University of Kansas School of Nursing for a letter of endorsement. The letter should address the candidate's leadership qualities and contributions to nursing practice. The faculty member's letter should be sent directly to the Research and Awards Committee Chairman by the deadline of April 1.

5. Students should submit their materials (the typed personal statement) directly to the Research and Awards Committee.

6. A list of nominees and criteria will be sent to all faculty by the Research and Awards Committee Chairman and they will be asked to rank students using a Likert-type scale. The faculty should address the following six (6) criteria using a 5 point rating scale (5 excellent, 4 very good, 3 above average, 2 average, and 1 poor). The scores will be averaged according to the number of responses for each student.

   1. Exercises critical judgment

   2. Demonstrates independent behavior

   3. Displays initiative

   4. Displays creativity

   5. Acts as a change agent when appropriate

   6. Demonstrates leadership

7. All material must be received by the deadline of April 1.

Awards:

1. The recipient will be selected by the Research and Awards Committee and notified of the award by late April.

2. The $200.00 monetary award will be presented at the spring banquet.

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MASTERS STUDENT AWARD

Eligibility:

1. GPA of 3.8 or above.

2. Graduating in present academic year (August, December or May).

Procedures:

1. Students will be notified of eligibility by the Research and Awards Committee Chairman in March.

2. Interested qualified graduate candidates will then need to self nominate by submitting a typed personal statement (300 words maximum). The statement should include information pertaining to the following criteria:

   1. Leadership qualities such as professional, college, and community activities including presentations, community work, and publications,

   2. Contribution to nursing practice, and

   3. Immediate and long term professional goals.

3. The student also must submit a resume or curriculum vita.

4. Students should submit their materials (the typed personal statement and resume) directly to the Research and Awards Committee Chairman by the announced deadline.

5. Candidates will provide a copy of the criteria listed in B (above) to one (1) faculty member from the University of Kansas School of Nursing for a letter of endorsement. The faculty member's letter should be sent directly to the Research and Awards Committee Chairman by the deadline of April 1.

6. A list of nominees and criteria will be sent to all faculty by the Research and Awards Committee Chairman and they will be asked to rank students. The faculty will address the following six (6) factors using a 5 point rating scale (5 excellent, 4 very good, 3 above average, 2 average, and 1 poor). The scores will be averaged according to the number of responses for each student.

   1. Exercises critical judgment

   2. Demonstrates independent behavior

   3. Displays initiative

   4. Displays creativity

   5. Acts as a change agent when appropriate

   6. Demonstrates leadership

7. All material must be received by the deadline of April 1.

Awards:

1. The recipient will be selected by the Research and Awards Committee and notified of the award by late April.

2. The $200.00 monetary award will be presented at the spring banquet.

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DOCTORAL STUDENT AWARD

Criteria:

1. GPA of 3.8 or above.

2. Has completed comprehensive examinations.

3. Typed personal statement (300 words maximum) which will include a description of the following:

   1. Leadership qualities such as involvement in professional, college, and community activities.

   2. Contribution to clinical practice, nursing education, nursing administration, particularly through research efforts.

   3. Immediate and long term goals.

   4. List publications, scholarly presentations, research projects, and grant proposals.

Procedures:

1. Students with a GPA of 3.8 or above will be notified of eligibility by Awards Committee Chairman in March.

2. Qualified doctoral graduate candidates need to self nominate by submitting a typed personal statement to the Awards Committee Chairman by the deadline of April 1.

3. Candidates will provide criteria to two (2) faculty members from the University of Kansas Medical Center School of Nursing with doctorates for letters of endorsement. The faculty should address how the candidate meets the above stated criteria, as well as the candidate's critical judgment, independence, initiative, creativity, leadership skills and research skills.

4. Letters of endorsement by two (2) faculty must be sent directly to the Awards Committee. Students should submit their materials (the typed personal statement) directly to the Awards Committee. All material must be received by the deadline of April 1.

Awards:

1. The recipient will be selected by the Awards Committee and notified of the award by late April.

2. The $200.00 monetary award will be presented at the Spring Banquet.

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