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NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

CELEBRATING OUR DEDICATED CAREGIVERS

Investing in nursing is a high priority for Doylestown Health. Whether through annual scholarships which provide nurses an opportunity to seek continuing education or higher degrees, or special awards to recognize leaders in the field, Doylestown Heath is committed to supporting our nurses and the vital role they play in the overall health of our community.

Philanthropy plays an important role in this endeavor, providing additional financial resources for these meaningful honors. Read more below about the impactful donor supported funds that already exist within Doylestown Health Foundation, and opportunities to lend your support.

NURSING AWARDS

 

Spirit of Nursing Award

This award, established by an anonymous donor, aims to identify an exceptional nurse professional who not only exemplifies clinical excellence but also personifies the very essence of human caring by representing the caritas of the nursing identity. The award is intended to recognize nurses and the critically important work of nursing, and facilitate a sense of pride through achievement. The award provides much needed public recognition for the significant and ongoing contribution made by nurses. This is the highest honor presented annually to a nurse and significantly recognizes the importance of the spirit of compassionate care. The winner is awarded the prestigious Munsey Medal.

Award Criteria includes:

  • Spirit of Caring – Possesses a natural tendency to truly care about their patients.
  • Respect – Demonstrates respect and dignity to those around them, including co-workers, patients and visitors. Creates and fosters human connection.
  • Holistic Care – Contributes to producing a safe, healing and positive environment for patients, families and other professional staff. Demonstrates caring for the whole patient, including their mind, body and spirit.
  • Ethical Countenance – Upholds ethical countenance to analyze rightness, fairness and equity in daily activities of meeting patients’ needs. Believes in the same opportunity for wellness and healing for all patients, regardless of circumstance or background.
  • Love for Profession – Exhibits a pride for the profession of nursing and in their daily job.
  • Clinical Competence and Professional Growth – Recognized as clinically expert in their area and pursues additional learning opportunities.

 

Eleanor Wilson Excellence in Nursing Award

The Doylestown Hospital and Doylestown Health Foundation Boards of Trustees established the Eleanor Wilson Excellence in Nursing Award, in honor of retired Chief Operating Officer and former Chief Nursing Officer, Eleanor Wilson.  This award recognizes a nurse who demonstrates and reflects qualities reminiscent of Eleanor Wilson.  

Award Criteria includes:

  • Excellent clinical nursing skills as evidenced by feedback from patients, peers and colleagues
  • Promote teamwork and collegial working relationships
  • Contribute to the patient experience of high quality nursing care, evidenced by successful outcomes
  • Able to lead, influence, and improve outcomes of patient care
  • Recognized across the organization as a patient safety advocate

 

Preceptor of the Year Award

Recognizes an outstanding and exemplary nurse who demonstrates an enthusiasm for the preceptor role. The recipient is committed to teaching, learning and leading in the clinical environment and inspiring the next generation of nurses.

Award Criteria includes:

  • Demonstrate clinical expertise
  • Foster learning through constructive feedback and hands-on mentorship
  • Serve as a positive role model
  • Demonstrate commitment to professional growth
  • Inspire continued learning and clinical excellence by leading by example

NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS

 

Nursing Scholarship Fund

Doylestown Health’s Nursing Scholarship Fund is the primary fund for awarding scholarships. This general fund has supported hundreds of nurses over the years seeking higher levels of education and training. Scholarships distributed from this fund are called “Woodall Scholarships” in honor of Marvin and Dee Ann Woodall for their tremendous support of the Nursing Scholarship Program. Contributions from the Woodall Family helped to launch the program decades ago, and the family has supported its sustained growth ever since.

Ruth Boland Memorial Scholarship Fund

Named in memory of Ruth Boland, past President of the VIA, who passed away in 2011. Funds are generated annually through the Ruth Boland Memorial Golf Outing, which is organized by the Boland Family.

Fickes Scholarship Fund

Named in memory of Gene Fickes, who passed away in 2011. Gene was a local businessman, philanthropist, and supporter of Doylestown Hospital.

Lynda Knopf Memorial Scholarship Fund

Named in memory of Lynda Knopf, who passed away in 2017. Lynda was a former nurse at Princeton Hospital, and wife to Dr. Ed Knopf, former Chief Medical Officer at Doylestown Hospital.

Seamus Cummins Memorial Scholarship Fund

Named in memory of former night administrative coordinator, Seamus Cummins. Seamus passed away in 2015 and was a beloved member of the Doylestown Hospital family.

LEND YOUR SUPPORT TO OUR NURSES TODAY

There are many ways to support the dedicated nurses at Doylestown Health! To contribute toward an existing scholarship or award, please use the form below and select the designation of your choice. If you would like more information about creating a new scholarship or award, please contact the Foundation Office at 215.345.2009 or gifts@dh.org. Thank you!

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  • One Vision Campaign
    • About One Vision
    • Campaign Giving
      • Planned Giving
        • Cornerstone Society
      • Endowments
      • Tax-Advantaged Giving Opportunities
      • Medical Staff Giving
      • Associate Giving
      • Friends of the Heart Institute
      • Naming Opportunities
    • One Vision Campaign Priorities
      • Children’s Village
      • Clark Center for Breast Imaging
      • Interventional Radiology
      • Doylestown Hospital Renovations and Expansions
      • Surgical Suite Renovation and Expansion
      • Clark Center for Critical Care Medicine
      • Precision Medicine
      • Woodall Center for Heart and Vascular Care
      • Clark Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
      • Pine Run Retirement Community
    • Campaign Events
      • Morel Family Foundation Center for Prenatal Care Ribbon-Cutting
      • Clark Center for Breast Imaging Ribbon-Cutting
      • Children’s Village Groundbreaking
      • Shindell Concourse Ribbon-Cutting
      • Clark Center for Critical Care Medicine Ribbon-Cutting
      • Clark Outpatient Rehabilitation Center Ribbon-Cutting
      • Byers Reflection Garden Ribbon-Cutting
      • Woodall Heart & Vascular Ribbon-Cutting
      • Beaming with Pride
    • Campaign Donors
      • One Vision Honor Roll
      • Annual Giving Honor Roll
      • Associate Honor Roll
      • Friends of the Heart Honor Roll
      • Medical Staff Honor Roll
      • One Community Honor Roll
      • Planned Giving Honor Roll
    • Frequently Asked Questions
  • About Us
    • About Our Centennial
      • Visit DH100.org
    • About the Foundation
      • My Giving History
    • About Doylestown Health
    • About the VIA
    • Awards and Recognition
    • Contact Us
  • Giving Opportunities
    • Annual Giving
    • Children’s Village Campaign
    • Naming Opportunities
    • Tribute and Memorial Giving
    • Nursing Awards & Scholarships
    • Honor A Caregiver
    • Planned Giving
      • Cornerstone Society
    • Endowments
    • Tax-Advantaged Giving
    • Associates Giving Campaign
    • Medical Staff Campaign
    • Friends of the Heart Institute
    • Matching Gifts
    • Global Relief
  • Impact
    • Donor Stories
    • The Power of Your Support
    • Celebrating Generosity
    • Covid-19 Response
      • Docuseries
      • Extraordinary Community
  • Media
    • News
    • Press Releases
    • Newsletter
    • Publications
    • Videos
    • Advertisements
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    • Our Centennial
    • Raffle
      • 2023 Raffle
      • 2022 Raffle
      • 2021 Raffle
      • 2020 Raffle
      • 2019 Raffle
    • One Vision
      • Children’s Village Ribbon-Cutting and Dedication
      • Children’s Village Topping Off Ceremony
      • Morel Family Foundation Center for Prenatal Care Ribbon-Cutting
      • Clark Center for Breast Imaging Ribbon-Cutting
      • Children’s Village Groundbreaking
      • Shindell Concourse Ribbon-Cutting
      • Clark Center for Critical Care Medicine Ribbon-Cutting
      • Clark Outpatient Rehabilitation Center Ribbon-Cutting
      • Byers Reflection Garden Ribbon-Cutting
      • Woodall Heart & Vascular Ribbon-Cutting
      • Beaming with Pride
    • Donor Recognition
      • 2023 Donor Appreciation Event
      • 2022 Donor Appreciation Event
      • 2021 Donor Appreciation Event
      • 2022 Special Recognition Reception
      • 2021 Special Recognition Reception
      • 2019 Special Recognition Reception
    • Cornerstone Society Annual Appreciation Luncheon
      • 2023 Cornerstone Society Appreciation Luncheon
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    • Golf Classic
      • 2023 Golf Classic
      • 2022 Golf Classic
      • 2021 Golf Classic
      • 2020 Golf Classic
      • 2019 Golf Classic
    • Day of Giving
    • Community-Sponsored
      • Associate Appreciation Luncheon
      • PhillyStrong at Doylestown Hospital
      • Messages of Hope for Doylestown
      • 2018 Circle of Life
      • 2018 Cardiac Cook-Off
  • Donate Now
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