Scholarships and Awards
VONL has three different scholarships and awards: the Maralyn Rinker Leadership Scholarship, the VONL Award, and the Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching.
Marilyn Rinker Leadership Scholarship for Nurses in an Advanced Degree Program
Objective
To promote graduate level nursing education in Vermont in support of nursing leadership talent to meet the health care needs of our state.
Purpose
- To provide scholarship support for qualified individuals to participate in an approved course of study leading to an advanced degree.
Qualifications of applicants
- Possession of Vermont RN license in good standing
- A member of VONL
- Demonstrated commitment to nursing leadership (Vermont preferred) as evidenced by participation in professional seminars, organizations, work accomplishments, project, recommendations of peers
- Currently enrolled or accepted in an accredited program that will lead to an advanced degree in nursing
- Willingness to commit to completing the program as indicated by realistic timeframe..
- Individuals agree to practice in Vermont for at least two (2) years
- GPA of 3 or B
- Two supportive professional recommendations
Special Considerations
- Individuals who have sought funding through employment or other resources, where available
- Individuals with demonstrated financial need
- Individuals currently working in the field of nursing education
Application Process
- Applicants must first be accepted into an accredited program that will lead to an advanced degree in nursing
- Eligibility criteria include: proof of academic excellence/promise, pledge to practice in Vermont following graduation, short essay, two (2) positive professional recommendations
- Vermont Organization of Nurse Leaders will select a candidate based on the following criteria, in order of importance: academic excellence; commitment to Vermont; leadership/community service; financial need
For more information or for an application form, contact:
Martha Buck – VONL Advanced Degree Nurse Leadership Scholarship
(802)223-3461/ext. 111
Martha@vahhs.org
VONL Award
This is a $500 award presented to one student graduating with a master of science in nursing at UVM and Norwich each year. Recipients have consistently demonstrated outstanding scholarship in the master’s programs and are nominated by professors at each college.
Excellence in Clinical Teaching
VONL and the Office of Nursing Workforce jointly recognize extraordinary clinical nurses who have had a special impact on the development of another nurse. These individuals will be recognized by their peers at the Vermont Nursing Summit. You can be part of the selection of these talented professionals. We invite you to nominate a clinical nurse and/or educator that exemplifies excellence in clinical teaching. Tell us how this individual fosters passion for the art and science of nursing.
Who is eligible for this Award?
All Vermont registered nurses who are employed in health care practice or education roles and are responsible for teaching or precepting novices. Recognition of new talent is encouraged!
What is the Award?
All nominees will receive a letter of recognition and finalists from each aspect of nursing education will be honored at the VONL Summit in the spring of each year.
Awards will include Excellence in Teaching for: Academic Educator, Clinical Instructor, Clinical Precepting of Colleagues, Clinical Precepting of Nursing Students, Community-based Preceptor, Agency-based Educator Role
How do I nominate a clinical teacher or preceptor for this award?
Nominations should answer these three questions:
1. How does the nominee demonstrate excellence in their role as clinical teacher?
2. How does the nominee foster passion for the art/science of nursing?
3. How does the nominee utilize research in practice?
Nominations may come from individuals or organizations (with contact person).
Send nominations online to mpalumbo@uvm.edu or by mail to: Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching, Office of Nursing Workforce, University of Vermont, Rowell 216, Burlington, Vermont 05405
Entries must be received by March 1, 2011