Mentor of the Year Award

The Mentor of the Year Award recognizes a NANN member who consistently demonstrates the power of mentoring. Recipients are clinically and technically proficient, demonstrate outstanding teaching and motivational ability, and willingly share their knowledge and experience with others. This award was previously called the Navigator Award.

The nomination period for the 2024 Awards is March 25—May 24, 2024.

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Candidates will be able to meet the following criteria:

• Perform in a mentoring role (Preceptor, NNP, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Manager, Educator, etc.).
• Demonstrate excellence in mentoring others.
• Utilize interpersonal, motivational, and teaching skills in the mentoring process.
• Facilitate team building, staff growth, and development.
• Promote a climate of learning for the novice and passion for educating that encourages, challenges, and inspires a model of professionalism for everyone.

Nomination and Selection Process:

NANN members can nominate a peer or self-nominate themselves for the Mentor of the Year Award. Nominations must include one letter of recommendation and a CV. Submitted applications are shared with the Awards Committee. Committee members review and score the applicants based on their ability to meet the award's criteria.

Recognition and Reimbursement:

The awardee will receive complimentary conference registration, airfare/ground transportation stipend of $500, housing stipend of $500, and a trophy at NANN's Annual Conference.

2023 Recipient:

Lisa Grisham, MS, NNP-BC