Qualifications Required

Applicants must be:

1. a Registered Nurse currently working in periOperative Nursing (staff, education, administration and research).
2. a member of the periOperative Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (ORNAO) through active membership in a regional association, for a minimum of two consecutive years preceding application.

Documentation Required

1. Application form, completed in full (Click here for the printable application form).
2. Autobiographical letter, stating future benefit to perioperative nursing, reason for application and a brief summary of nursing experience (2 pg).
3. Letters of reference from two nursing professionals, who have personal knowledge of the applicant's nursing and academic abilities, indicating the applicant's potential to succeed (Click here for a sample).
4. Written verification of ORNAO membership and activity, signed by the Regional President (Click here for a sample).
5. Letter of acceptance from Educational Institution.
6. Program content, brochure, etc.
7. Program components completed to date - proof of successful completion.
8. Successful candidates will submit proof of successful completion of total program.

NOTE: Applicants are not eligible for award if a previous winner for the same degree or program.

Application Deadline

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 1ST OF EACH YEAR

• Applications submitted after this date will not be considered
• All applicants will be notified by April
• Successful candidates will be recognized at the biennial periOperative Registered Nurses Association Provincial Conference
• Decision by review board is final

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO:
ORNAO President-Elect
Kathy Radcliffe
464 Golf Rd R. R. #1
Paris, ON, N3L 3E1