CCHS Honor Society

The CCHS Honor Society of Nursing was established in May 2002 to recognize those individuals who have achieved recognition in leadership, creative work, support for professional standards and commitment to scholarly nursing in our community. The establishment of this honor society began the process for recognition to achieve membership status in Sigma Theta Tau International. As part of the basis for this recognition this application reflects the criteria set forth by Sigma Theta Tau.

PURPOSE

The purposes of this Honor Society shall be to:

• Recognize superior achievement.
• Recognize the development of leadership qualities.
• Foster high professional standards.
• Encourage creative work.
• Strengthen commitment to the ideas and purposes of the profession.

WHY SHOULD I BELONG?

The Honor Society provides an opportunity to enhance your professional affiliation and to network with colleagues. We recognize members for personal awards and honors achieved throughout the year.

Membership recognition is an achievement to include on your vitae/resume for employment, promotion or continued education.

Nurse Leader Membership Qualifications
1. Licensed Registered Nurse with a minimum of a baccalaureate degree in nursing or related field.

2. Demonstrated achievement in nursing education, practice, research, administration or publication.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Completed Membership Intent form
2. Copies of documents to verify highest degree, i.e., diplomas or transcripts
3. Print copy of resume, which includes formal education, professional work experiences, community participation, publications, papers presented, research, grants received, teaching activities
4. Brief narrative of your future professional goals in nursing
5. Two completed “Endorsement for Membership” forms; it is desirable for one to be completed by an active Sigma Theta Tau member or CCHS Honor Society member

Please direct completed application and questions to:

Tammy Williams, MSN, ANP-BC
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
401 Medical Park Drive
Concord, North Carolina 28025
704-403-1753

To be considered for induction in the CCHS Honor Society's Spring Induction Ceremony, completed applications must be received no later than March 15 of the current year. If selected, each new member shall pay an honor society induction fee of thirty-five dollars ($35).

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OFFICERS 2006-2007

President: Dale Gressle, RN, MSN
Vice President Kim Plemmons, RN, MSN
Secretary: Mary Harington, RN, BSN
Treasurer: Christine McInnis, RN, MSN
Counselor: Patricia Mullens, RN, MSN
Director: Janet Wright, RN, MSN

STANDING COMMITTEES

Governance Oversight Chair: Karen Galloway, RN, Ph.D
Eligibility Chair: Tammy Williams, RN, MSN
Finance Chair: Debra Venvertloh, RN, MSN
Membership Involvement Chair: Amanda Thompson, RN, MHA
Leadership Succession Chair: Dianne Hansford, RN, MSN
Program Committee Chair: Marie Mercier, RN, MSN
Publicity/Newsletter Chair: Jessica Castrodale, RN, BSN

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