Excellence in Rheumatology Nursing Award

Consistently utilizes the nursing process and is considered by peers to be an exemplary role model in clinical knowledge, assessment, planning, interventions, and evaluation of patient care. Works effectively with the interdisciplinary health care team to ensure quality and safety standards are being met. Anticipates needs of the health care team and takes initiative to help others to achieve quality outcomes. Promotes teamwork while coordinating resources to provide the highest quality of care for patients and caregivers.

Involved in creating and facilitation educational activities that meet the diverse needs of all patients and caregivers. Mentors, educates, and displays an eagerness to expand knowledge of self, peers, patients, and caregivers. Provides continuity of care and incorporates evidence-based practice into daily standards of care. Displays expert knowledge of disease states, medication mechanism of action, and clinical skills necessary to provide the highest of quality patient care.

Demonstrates ability to self-assess and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth and advancement of knowledge base. Member of professional organization(s) to demonstrate support of skilled nursing practice within rheumatology specialty (please list any awards, certifications, or advanced degrees). Enjoys developing relationships with patients and families, excels at patient education, enjoys research opportunities, and is excited by decision-making challenges.

Consistently displays ability to anticipate needs of healthcare team, patients, and caregivers while effectively communicating interventional measures to promote positive outcomes within the organization. Promotes teamwork fosters growth and development of peers and encourages ongoing improvement projects within the organization.

Feel free to include additional examples or scenarios of exemplary practice, letters from peers, or further examples to depict the nominee’s exemplary practice.