Nominate an Outstanding Nurse! Nursing Week Awards

Posted on April 13, 2026, 8 a.m.

Dear Middlesex–Elgin chapter member,

Do you know a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Nursing Student who stands out for their passion, dedication, and commitment to nursing?

The RNAO Middlesex–Elgin Chapter is now accepting nominations to recognize outstanding members who exemplify excellence in nursing and contribute to a healthy workplace.

We invite you to nominate a deserving RNAO member for one of the following awards:

• Nursing Student of Distinction
• Registered Nurse of Distinction – Excellence in Direct Nursing Care
• Registered Nurse of Distinction – Excellence in Indirect Nursing Care
• Nurse Practitioner of Distinction

Each award recipient will receive a Certificate of Excellence and a $50 gift card. Winners will be announced at our Chapter event on May 24.

Nomination deadline: May 17 at 11:59 p.m.

We’ve kept the nomination process simple—just a short submission to highlight why your nominee deserves recognition. Consider the following questions:

• What makes this individual exceptional
• How they demonstrate excellence in their role
• The impact they have on patients, colleagues, or the workplace

Submit your nomination here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VfGJVFO4Ce-EQKUgd8ggOoEg5TkRv5ThP1pgGoerc30/viewform?ts=65f9d41a&edit_requested=true

Please ensure the nominee is aware of the nomination and is willing to participate.

Help us celebrate and honour the incredible work of our nursing community—we look forward to receiving your nominations!

Warm regards,
Middlesex-Elgin executive