Awards

Illinois ENA Annual Awards

Illinois ENA Annual Awards recognize individuals who exemplify exceptional professional practice, innovation, leadership, and advocacy in the specialty of emergency nursing.

Specific awards differ in descriptions, requirements, and criteria. Please thoroughly review the award information to ensure that the award suits the nominee.

Annual Awards are presented during the Illinois ENA Annual Spring Symposium. The nominations process for the 2021 Annual Awards is will open in Spring 2021.

Clinical Leadership Award

Illinois ENA gives recognition to a member who consistently has made significant contributions through leadership and mentoring activities.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Nursing Award

Illinois ENA gives recognition to a member who has made significant contributions to emergency medical services.

Merikay Joyce, RN, Meritorious Service Award

Illinois ENA gives recognition to an outstanding member through its Merikay Joyce, RN, Meritorious Service Award.

Nursing Education Award

Illinois ENA gives recognition to a member who has made significant contributions to the education of colleagues, nursing students, patients, families and/or the community.

Nursing Practice Award

Illinois ENA gives recognition to a member exemplifies outstanding nursing practice as demonstrated through clinical skills, care, and compassion.

President’s Award

The President’s Award is given to a member by the president of the Illinois State Council for outstanding service to Illinois ENA.

Quality and Safety Award

Illinois ENA gives recognition to a nurse who has developed, implemented, or advocated for quality, safety and/or injury prevention initiatives that have resulted in improved outcomes in the emergency care setting.