Purpose: To recognize a licensed OEH provider (includes but not limited to: LVN/LPN/RN/APRN) practicing in the field of Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing who is dedicated to creating a culture of health and safety in the workplace. This award acknowledges an unsung hero who protects and promotes the well-being of workers, ensures organizational compliance and peace of mind, and drives measurable business improvement.
Applicants must be active members of the 脰躓溶 (AAOHN).
Award Selection: Members of the AAOHN Awards/Recognition Review Panel will judge entries. The recipient will receive national recognition and a crystal award.
Eligibility
- Must be a licensed OEH provider (includes but not limited to: LVN/LPN/RN/APRN) actively practicing in the field of Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing, who interfaces directly with workers on a daily basis.
- Must be an active member of AAOHN.
Procedure
- Nomination form and supporting narrative must be submitted by December 31, 2024 by 11:59 pm CT.
- Candidates must be self-nominated.
- You should receive an automated response if your application was submitted successfully, but you can email info@aaohn.org with questions.
- AAOHN will notify all applicants of results via email prior to the AAOHN National Conference.
Submission Criteria
Attach a narrative response addressing the following criteria. Use the headings below to answer each section individually:
- Demonstrate initiatives instrumental in creating a culture of health and safety. (25 points)
- Demonstrate evidence-based and measurable results of OEHN projects or programs utilized within the workplace. (25 points)
- Explain how your practice of OEHN is an added value to your organization and how it makes a positive impact on business performance. (20 points)
- Briefly describe your leadership style, specifically how it relates to the following: (20 points)
- encourages an organization-wide culture of health and safety
- motivates individual workers to embrace health and safety practices
- inspires workers to adapt and integrate those practices into their personal lives
- contributes to the sense of community
- Describe professional development activities that expand your expertise and professional direction. Include future professional goals. (10 points)
Submissions will be judged based on a 100-point system. Each section indicates the maximum number of points the candidate can earn based on the content submitted.