National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award 2021: Submit Nominations by 30th April
New Delhi: Through a recent notification, the nominations have been invited from all the states and UTs of the country for the National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award for the year 2021.
Earlier, the last date for submission of Nominations to the National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award for the year 2021 was 28th April however, now it has been extended to 30th April 2021. All the concerned authorities can submit the nominations till then.
National Florence Nightingale Nurses Awards are given as a mark of recognition for the meritorious services rendered by Nursing professionals in the country. This award is presented on 12th of May every year on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale. The next award ceremony to be held on 12th May 2021.
In the above connection it is brought to the notice that the work relating to organizing the National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award 2021 has now been transferred by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(Nursing Section) to Indian Nursing Council and as such all correspondence in this regard is to be addressed now to Indian Nursing council. Further, the nomination for the Award will be scrutinized by a Committee headed by Hon'ble Justice Shri Gopala Gowda, former Justice of Supreme Court of India.
The award is given to outstanding Nursing personnel employed in Central, State/UTs, Private, Missionary and Voluntary Organizations. The award consists of Cash Award of Rs. 50,000/-,a certificate and a Medal. Apart from the Nursing personnel working in the State, central, Autonomous institutions, the Nursing Personnel working in Private, Missionary and Voluntary Organisations are also eligible for the National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award and their application may also be forwarded after considering it in State Level Selection Committee in accordance with the laid down procedure, subject to their fulfilling the requirements.
Selection criteria, applications form, instructions for preparing the resume of the nominee, composition of the State Level Selection Committee and procedure for selection of nominees for the award is enclosed at Annexure I to V.
The states and the UTs have been requested to recommend at least a panel of five names for each category, i.e Auxiliary Nurses & Midwife, Registered Nurses and Midwife & Registered Lady Health Visitors from Your State.
On completion of the selection process outlined above, the names of the nominees along with their resume and documentary proof in support of claim for the award may be forwarded to the President, Indian Nursing Council, 8th floor, NBCC Centre, Plot No. 2, Community Centre, Okhla Phase-1 New Delhi-110020 latest by 30 April 2021. The earlier date was 28th, February, 2021 which has now been extended.
Following important aspects should be kept n view, while forwarding the nominations.
1. Wide publicity may be given in the State to all the concerned Stakeholders by issuing necessary circulars and up-loading the enclosed documents on the official website of the State Government.
2. It may please be ensured that applications for the nominations are received from Private and Missionary institution also apart from government institutions.
3.Representatives of the Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI) at the state Level or Associations should be included in the Selection Committee.
4. It should be ensured that the panel of names should include nominations in each of the three categories i.e. Nurses, Auxiliary Nurse Midwives and Lady Health Visitors.
5.It should be ensured that only such candidates are nominated who fulfill the criteria and proven evidence of outstanding work in their field and all the nominations are to be placed before the State Selection Committee meeting.
Guidelines For Applications/Nominations For The National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award For The Year 2o21
Government of India, invites the applications/nominations from the Nurses by the extended date in the following three categories namely:-
| S.No. | Category | Number of Awards |
| 1. | Registered Auxiliary Nurses & Midwife | 17 |
| 2. | Registered Nurses and Midwife | 30 |
| 3. | Registered Lady Health Visitors | 4 |
2. Eligibility criteria:- Minimum l0 years of experience in the respective category. In case of extraordinary performance age may not be a constraint.
3. The format of the Application Form is enclosed at Annexure-Il.
4.The nominations should be called from State Government, Central Government, Private Institutions, Missionaries and Prominent voluntary organisations of the concerned State.
5. All nominations should be handled by the Secretary (Health & Family Welfare) of the concerned State except Central Government Institutions, Autonomous Organisations.
6. Central Government Institutions like Universities, Paramilitary Forces, Military Nursing Forces, AIIMS, ESI, Railways and Ordnance Factories etc. may directly send the applications to the Indian Nursing Council (INC) through the Head of Institutions.
7. The applications of the recommended Awardees must invariably be sent after making selection by the the State Selection Committee headed by Secretary, Health & Family Welfare.
8.No nomination in any case should be sent without considering and recommendation of the State Selection Committee. If the nomination is received without the recommendation that will not be considered by the Central Selection Committee.
9. The nurses to be selected for a national meritorious award should furnish documents in support of her/his claim for the perusal of Selection Committee that she/he has performed beyond the normal expectation of the job when compared to others with equivalent attribute. The instructions/checklists of the documents for preparing resume of the nominee is enclosed at Annexure-III.
10. Incomplete application or application received after the prescribed date or without forwarded by the prescribed authorities will not be eligible for consideration of award and no further reference in the matter will be made.
11. a) Two passport sized photographs.
b) Biodata with qualification and registration certificates, summary of achievements & documents in support thereof (as desired in the criteria).
c) Draft Citation (not exceeding one page).
12. Application duly recommended and complete in all respect should be sent to the President, Indian Nursing Council, 8th Floor, NBCC Centre, Plot No. 2, Community Centre, Okhla Phase-I, New Delhi-110020 latest by 28th February,202l. Application received after the last date will not be entertained.
13. The Criteria for evaluation of Auxiliary Nurses & Midwife, Registered Nurses and Midwife & Registered Lady Health Visitors (Nurse Educator, Administration and Clinical Nurses) is placed at Annexure-IV.
14. Composition of the Central and State Selection Committee is placed at Annexure-V.
Instructions/Checklists
1.Mention the category against which the Nurse is nominated.
2.For Category:
i. The narration should give the time, the place, the circumstances, the deed and the recognition of the event which qualifies the individual for nomination. Newspaper articles, journal articles, letters of appreciation of other documentation which strengthen candidate's application could be sent.
ii. Description as per Criteria.
3. Past education and experience of the individual may be documented but that in itself will not contribute to the selection of the nominee.
4. Mere listing of distinctions received in educational programme is not to be considered. Outstanding or innovative activities performed either in the Hospitals, Community or in education especially during COVID pandemic need to be listed and these needs to be supported by the documents, which needs to be enclosed.
5. Without supporting document the application will be considered incomplete.
Criteria for selection of ANM / LHV (Supportive documents required for all criteria's mentioned below)
Specific Criteria
1.Educational Qualification
a. Additional qualification beyond essential requirement for his / her job
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
b. Additional qualification applicable to nursing
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
2. Years of experience
(Appointment Letters to be enclosed)
3. Special services in the Community/Hospital
a. National Health and Family Welfare programmes under NRHM / NHM : Special contribution / association towards the activities or programmes in any one or more:-
a. Leprosy Control
b. Tuberculosis
c. HIV & AIDS
d. Cancer care
e. Palliative Care
f.Mental health
g. Geriatric Management
h. Special children (mentally retarded, physically challenged underprivileged)
i.Infectious diseases
j. Any other
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Achievement of targets under immunization, institutional delivery/ conduction of delivery (Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. Performing life saving techniques with a successful outcome
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
d. Prevention of a catastrophe / volunteer services by initiative taken or leadership assumed
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
e. Remaining and doing service at the post disaster site and follow-up service
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed) ]
f. Health education/ participating in health camps/ school health programme/ awareness programme
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
g. Non-communicable diseases
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
h. Records and Reports
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
4.In-Service Education - Conference, Seminar, Workshop, Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
a. Local / District level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. State level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. National level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
5.Member in professional organizations / statutory bodies / accrediting agencies etc.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
6. Recognition / awards received
a. Local / District level
(Copy of Certificates in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. State / National level
(Copy of Certificates in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
7. Working in tribal / hilly / remote / difficult area
Working with tribal community, in remote areas where no / less transport, electricity and basic amenities are available, difficult areas such as travelling by foot / boat for long distance to reach people for providing service.
(Certified by Competent Authority)*
*In the absence of certified copy of competent authority, place of posting will be considered.
Criteria for selection of RNRM (Hospital Service) / Public Health Nurses (Supportive documents required for all criteria's mentioned below)
Specific Criteria
1.Educational Qualification
a. Additional qualification beyond essential requirement for his / her job Staff Nurse Essential requirement - Minimum GNM
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
b. Additional qualification by undergoing courses for more than 6 months relevant / beneficial to nursing practice (Specialized nursing skills and education)
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
2.Years of experience
(Appointment Letters to be enclosed)
3. Special contributions as a practicing nurse at hospital / community (Staff Nurse / Public Health Nurse)
i.The nurse in her / his regular job in the hospital contributes to improve patient and family care by exceeding the limitations of the job functions.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
a.Excellent clinical nurse involving in development or participation in any new nursing care interventions / patient teaching material.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b.lnnovative activities or outstanding contributions in nursing practice, acting as role model to improve quality of care impacting measurable patient care outcomes.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. Development and organization of a nursing unit of responsibility (Specialized role / unit-Vascular nurse, pain nurse, IV therapy nurse etc.) that provides extraordinary care to patients by increasing own skills and knowledge, developing staff, procuring supplies and equipment, streamlining techniques and maintaining team spirit resulting in recognition to the institution.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Language certificates also to be enclosed)
OR
The nurse in her /his regular job in the community or any other community health related voluntary organization contributes to improve client, family and community care by exceeding the limitations of the job functions.
a.Exemplary services with a creative and pioneering spirit in the area of public health that have resulted significant impact on nursing profession or healthcare provision over a sustained period of time.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Development of a community or section of community in promotion of their collective health status through increasing their own skills and knowledge, staff development, procuring supplies and resources and maintaining interdisciplinary team spirit and cooperation that resulted in bringing recognition to the organization / healthcare team / state / nation.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c.Participation and extraordinary contribution in community health affairs volunteering service activities with an innovative outlook particularly among vulnerable population and also in national health programs (Exemplary work among disabled, children and women-related to health or social development)
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
ii. The Nurse who has regular job in the hospital / community demonstrates special contribution/ association towards the activities or programmes in any one or more:-
a. Leprosy Control
b. Tuberculosis
c. HIV & AIDS
d. Cancer Care
e. Palliative Care
f. Mental Health
g. Geriatric Management
h. Special children (mentally retarded, physically challenged, underprivileged)
i. Other communicable and non-communicable diseases and National health programmes
j. Any other
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
iii. The Nurse who has regular job but in times of crisis events such as accidents, fire, flood, famine etc. that may occur at any time, performs the following heroic acts regardless of one's own time, safety and possessions. (Testimonies from Authorities/Agencies for exceptional services)
a. Rescuing a person/s under hazardous conditions
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Performing life saving techniques with a successful outcome
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. Prevention of a catastrophe by taking initiative or assuming leadership without official sanction (fire fighting, evacuation, mob control).
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
d. Remaining at post over an extended period of time which aids in recovery of a group / community following a disaster such as organizing communication, nutrition, first aid, evacuation or other activities that are essential during emergencies.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
e. Testimonies from Authorities/Agencies for exceptional services
(to be enclosed)
4. In-Service education / continuing nursing education (CNE) at conference, seminar, workshop
a. Local / State level
(Copy of participation certificate/letter to be enclosed)
b. National / International level
(Copy of participation certificate/letter to be enclosed)
5.MEMBER IN PROFESSIONAL, ORGANIZATIONS / STATUTORY BODIES / ACCREDITING AGENCIES ETC.
(Membership Certificate to be enclosed)
6. Recognition / Awards received
a. Local / State level
(Copy of Award Certificates to be enclosed)
b. National/ International level
(Copy of Award Certificates to be enclosed)
7. Working in tribal / hilly / remote / difficult area
Working with tribal community, in remote areas where no/ less transport, electricity and basic amenities are available, difficult areas such as travelling by foot / boat for long distance to reach people for providing service.
(Certified by Competent Authority)*
*In the absence of certified copy of competent authority, place of posting will be considered.
Criteria for selection of Nurse Administrator
(Supportive documents required for all criteria's mentioned below)
Specific Criteria
1.Educational Qualification
a. Additional educational qualification beyond essential requirement for his/her job-
Nurse Administrator / Manager
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
b. Additional qualification by undergoing courses for more than 6 months relevant / beneficial to nursing practice / education / research
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
2. Years of experience
(Appointment Letters to be enclosed)
3. Special contributions as administrator
a. Extraordinary Contribution towards standard and quality of patient care in the hospital / community. Example: Develop care delivery models / protocols, initiate / implement evidence based practice, plan and establish new nursing unit or service (specialty clinics nurse led clinics such as stoma clinic / diabetes foot clinic), establish specialist roles like diabetes educator, and innovate supplies and equipment to deliver quality nursing care.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Improvements made in the status, welfare and professional development of the nursing community exhibiting passion for nursing and contribution towards advancement of nursing profession through mentoring and influencing career development of nurses, and developing and conducting in-service /CNE programs/activities.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed).
*In the absence of certified copy of competent authority, place of posting will be considered.
c. Extraordinary performance in contributing towards excellence in clinical teaching for students and staff, bridging the gap between service and education demonstrating team spirit and collaboration between service and education in teaching institutions.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
d. Innovative Changes made in the administrative set up through effective leadership. (Ex. Staffing pattern changes based on research, audit, studies on infection control, patient satisfaction), developing new system of functioning in nursing units through effective communication liasoning & team management (Ex. Expanded roles of nurses in specialty units), involving in policy issues and quality improvement that influence nursing care quality and staff welfare making a difference to people receiving care and education.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
e. Exemplary contribution during special circumstances like natural calamities, disasters and war etc. / volunteer services by performing life-saving activities, planning and organising communication, first aid & nutrition, evacuation and other emergency activities, providing/ arranging staffing, directing, coordinating, reporting and finding resources both in onsite and referral emergency units resulting in successful outcomes.
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
4.Publications and research
a. Preparation of Posters / booklets / patient teaching material
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Text book/journal publications
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. Research (participating/conducting) leading to evidence based practice
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
5.Organizer / Resource Faculty / Paper Presenter - Conference, Seminar, Workshop
a.Organizer-State/National level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Resource Faculty / Paper presentations - State / National level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
6.Membership of Professional Bodies / Councils / Associations
a. Local/ State level
(Membership Certificate to be enclosed)
b. National level
(Membership Certificate to be enclosed)
c. International level
(Membership Certificate to be enclosed)
7. Recognition / Awards received
a. Local / State level
(Copy of Certificates to be enclosed)
b. National / International level
(Copy of Certificates to be enclosed)
8. Working in Tribal / Remote / Difficult area
Working with tribal community, in remote areas where no / less transport, electricity and basic amenities are available, difficult areas such as travelling by foot / boat for long distance to reach people for providing service.
(Certified by Competent Authority*)
Criteria for selection of Nurse Educator / Nurse Researcher
(Supportive documents required for all criteria mentioned below)
Specific Criteria
1.Educational qualification
a. Additional educational qualification beyond essential requirement for his/her job-
Nurse Educator / Researcher
Essential requirement - Minimum B.Sc. for Tutor and M.Sc. for Lecturer
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
b. Additional qualification by undergoing courses for more than 6 months relevant / beneficial to nursing practice / education / research
(Qualification Certificates to be enclosed)
2. Years of experience in teaching
(Appointment Letters to be enclosed)
3. Special contributions as nurse educator
I. Development or initiation of innovative methods of curriculum implementation such as teaching methods, educational media / teaching materials and assessment / evaluation of students at the UG & PG levels
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
II. Demonstrating excellent teaching skills, and recognized by appreciation letters or awards
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in Iocal language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
III. Exemplary contribution to students through mentoring and providing career guidance & counselling to students beyond work schedule / volunteer services / worked during natural disaster, calamites, health camps
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
IV. Develop / implement / participate in preparation of short term courses for in-service / CNE integrating innovative teaching strategies, and evaluation methods
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
V. Preparation, teaching manual or educational film / publications that is accepted and used beyond her / his educational setting and brings recognition to the organisation which pays her / his salary
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
a. Text book
i. Single author
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
ii. Author of chapter/s
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b.Indexed National Journals
i. Research articles (Nursing)
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
ii. Health related articles
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. Indexed International Journals
i. Research articles (Nursing)
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
ii. Health related articles
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
d. Independent or collaborative research
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
4. Organizer/ Resource Faculty / Paper presenter- Conference, Seminar, Workshop
a. Organizer - Local / State level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. Organizer - National / International level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
c. Resource faculty / presentation - Local / State level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in Iocal language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
d. Resource faculty / presentation- National / International level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
5. Contributions as member / Office bearer in Professional Organizations / Statutory Bodies / Accrediting agencies etc.
a. Local / State level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
b. National / International level
(Supportive documents in Hindi/English translated version if it is in local language. Local Language certificates also to be enclosed)
6.Recognition/ Awards received
a. Local/ State level
(Copy of certificates to be enclosed)
(Copy of certificates to be enclosed)
c. International level
(Copy of certificates to be enclosed)
7.WORKING IN TRIBAL / REMOTE AREA / DIFFICULT AREA
Working with tribal community, in remote areas where no / less transport, electricity and basic amenities are available, difficult areas such as travelling by foot / boat for long distance to reach people for providing service
(Certified by competent authority*)
*In the absence of certified copy of competent authority, place of posting will be considered.
Composition of the State/Central Selection Committee for the National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award-2021
The application of the candidates for the National Awards of the State, Union Territory level will be called by the Chief Nurse in the Office of Directorate Health Services i.e. Assistant Director Nursing/Deputy Director Nursing. The State/Union Territory Selection Committee who will screen the applications and recommend the candidates to the Central Selection Committee for the National Florence Nightingale Nurses Award.
State Level Selection Committee
The State level Selection Committee will comprise of: -
1.Secretary, Health & Family Welfare: Chairman
2.Director of Health Services/Director of Medical Education: Member
3. Registrar/Representative, State Nursing Council: Member
4. President/Secretary, T.N.A.l. (State Branch)/ State level nursing association: Member
5. Chief Nurse in the Office of Directorate Health Services (ADHS Nursing / Deputy Director Nursing): Member Secretary
Central Selection Committee
The Central Selection Committee under Indian Nursing Council, which will examine the applications of the candidates recommended by the State Government/ Union Territories will comprise of:-
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