Connie Henke Yarbro

Connie Henke Yarbro Excellence in Cancer Nursing Mentorship Award

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Honors exceptional mentorship in oncology nursing beyond normal job duties. Recipients are recognized at ONS Congress and across Oncology Nursing Foundation channels (website, newsletter, and press outreach).

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Nominee is a registered nurse with at least 2 years in oncology nursing.

  • Demonstrated mentorship outside employment expectations in academic, clinical, or research settings.

  • Nominator submits the application; nominees may be ONS members or non-members.

  • Not repeatable (an individual cannot receive this award more than once).

  • Support letters: at least 2, each from a different author, detailing mentoring activities, settings (academic/clinical/research), outcomes, and how mentoring exceeded job expectations.

Funding Details:

  • Recognition package (public features and press); no monetary award specified.

Deadline:

  • Nominations open: October 15, 2025.

  • Nominations due: January 21, 2026.

  • Notifications: March 2026.

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