Clinical Recognition Award

Clinical Recognition Award

Honoring Excellence in Culturally Congruent Clinical Practice

The Clinical Recognition Award celebrates a Transcultural Nursing Society member who exemplifies the highest standards of culturally congruent care in clinical settings. This distinguished honor recognizes a nurse whose transcultural expertise has profoundly impacted patient outcomes, whether through bedside care, community practice, or clinical consultation.

Nominees demonstrate a deep commitment to the values of transcultural nursing and actively promote culturally responsive care both publicly and professionally. Through their practice, they elevate the visibility and importance of cultural competence in healthcare, serving as role models for inclusive, patient-centered care.

Eligibility & Submission Requirements:

• Must be a current TCNS member for at least one year.
• Open to self-nominations and nominations by others.

Required materials include:

• A 1–2 page double-spaced statement highlighting:

• Two examples of culturally congruent care, including frameworks/models used (if applicable).
• A reflection on the knowledge gained from these experiences.

• Two letters of support from colleagues in the nominee’s current clinical setting.
• Up to two additional pages of supporting documentation related to transcultural nursing practice.

This award honors those who bring transcultural nursing to life at the point of care, where compassion, culture, and clinical excellence meet.

Application Timeline & Review Process

All applications for the Clinical Recognition Award must be submitted by June 15th of the current year. Submissions will be reviewed by an independent committee appointed by the Transcultural Nursing Society. This committee evaluates each application based on the established criteria and supporting materials.

All decisions made by the review committee are final.  Applicants will be notified of the results by the end of July of the current year and will be recognized at the Gala Dinner at the Annual Conference.

For questions or additional information, please contact staff@tcns.org.