Dr. Casey Hooke Distinguished Service Award

Established in 1995, this award was created and named in honor of APHON's 15th president, Dr. Casey Hooke. Casey guided APHON through a turbulent time for the association. Each year since 1995, the Dr. Casey Hooke Distinguished Service Award has been presented to an APHON member who has demonstrated excellence in service to and leadership of APHON.

The recipient of this award receives a $1,000 honorarium and recognition at the annual conference business and awards luncheon, APHON Counts, in a press release, and an announcement is set to the recipient's immediate supervisor/employer.

Requirements for Consideration:

• A registered professional nurse who has demonstrated exemplary service through leadership to APHON.
• A member in good standing of APHON.
• A nurse whose leadership and service have enhanced the reputation, growth, and development of the association.
• A nurse, who by example, has fostered or mentored the leadership potential of other APHON members.
• A nurse who has consistently provided significant service to APHON through volunteer activities at the local and/or national levels.

Completed nominations must include the nominee's CV and two letters of recommendation that elaborate on the above criteria. Nominations must be received by June 30.

The APHON Board of Directors determines the award recipients. Please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you would like to recommend a candidate that meets the above requirements for consideration.