Beatrice McDonough Award of Excellence

Previously the CHNIG Award for Clinical Excellence in Community Health Nursing, this award has been re-named in honour of Beatrice McDonough.  Beatrice was a dear colleague and public health nurse, best known for her passionate community health work as a nurse and citizen.  Please nominate a community health nurse who demonstrates excellence and dedication in all aspects of practice, education, research and leadership.

An announcement and presentation is made at the CHNIG Annual General Meeting.  The recipient will receive a crystal award along with a one-year membership to RNAO including CHNIG.

BACKGROUND

Beatrice McDonough was an inspiring public health nurse who gave her time and attention to those in the greatest need, both on and off the job. She was an advocate for community health nurses and contributed to the Community Health Nurses’ Initiatives Group as a Board member for a number of years.

Bea was an advocate for those who experienced greater health disparities, such as seniors, immigrants, and the poor.  She had limited patience for systemic barriers that some groups faced in relation to accessing services and support. Bea consistently demonstrated outstanding and exemplary leadership through her work in strengthening the role of public health nursing and Hamilton Public Health on many community initiatives such as, the development of Hamilton’s Plan for Age Friendly City.

Eligibility

This award will be given to a community health nurse who demonstrates excellence and dedication in all aspects of practice, education, research, and leadership. The nominee must be:

• A registered nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• A member of the Community Health Nurses Initiatives Group (CHNIG) for a minimum of two years (Confirmation letter or e-mail to establish membership in CHNIG is required)
• The nominee is aware of the nomination and has given consent for their name to appear on CHNIG media.