These are nurses with a minimum of a baccalaureate degree who have demonstrated marked achievement in nursing education, practice, research, administration or publication. The majority have degrees in nursing, but exception can be made for registered nurses with bachelor's degrees in other fields if achievement in nursing is outstanding. It is expected that generic graduates be given five years to develop as community leaders. Describe most recent contributions to nursing in the area identified as area of achievement. Data and vitae are to be submitted to support selection criteria.
Candidate submits copies of documents to verify highest degrees.
Submit two letters of endorsement with the application. The letters are required to be from active members of Sigma Theta Tau International.