Inspired Comfort Awards

WATCH: “A Nurse I Am”

We’re proud to offer an online viewing of this movie. It’s short, but packed with inspiration. You’ll see four amazing, award-winning nurses in the field as they share their personal trials and triumphs.

WATCH: “A Nurse I Am” part II

Here, the conclusion of the inspirational movie A Nurse I Am. Primarily geared towards students (but enjoyable for anyone!), it features four dedicated nurses navigating the real world.

The Cherokee Inspired Comfort awards 2011

Since the Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award was established in 2003, more than 9,000 healthcare professionals have been nominated in the Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Student Nurse and Non-Physician Healthcare Professional categories.

Last day for Inspired Comfort Award nominations!

We all know that nurses are true healthcare heroes. The Cherokee Inspired Comfort Awards recognize nurses who touch lives and hearts in their communities and beyond. Know a qualified nurse? Nominate her!

Do nurses get the recognition we deserve?

We don’t get respect from physicians. We don’t get respect from administration. And worst of all, we don’t get respect from each other.

The Cherokee Inspired Comfort awards

Since the Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award was established in 2003, more than 7,000 healthcare professionals have been nominated in the Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Student Nurse and Non-Physician Healthcare Professional categories.

A dedication to senior citizens

As a Top National winner in the Registered Nurse category, Parkhill receives an all-expense-paid trip to a 2010 medical conference, annual membership to a clinical association, a $500 donation to a nonprofit of her choice, a wardrobe featuring the best of Cherokee Uniforms and Cherokee Footwear worth more than $1,000, a Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award trophy and a 14K gold-plated commemorative pin.

Nurse makes rural free clinic a reality

As the Grand Prize Winner in the Advanced Practice Nurse category, Webber receives an all-expense-paid Caribbean cruise for two, a wardrobe featuring the best of Cherokee Uniforms and Cherokee Footwear worth more than $1,000, a Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award trophy and a 14K gold-plated commemorative pin.

Compassionate care for underserved in Guinea

As the Grand Prize Winner in the Registered Nurse category, Sylla receives an all-expense-paid Caribbean cruise for two, a wardrobe featuring the best of Cherokee Uniforms and Cherokee Footwear worth more than $1,000, a Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award trophy, and a 14K gold-plated commemorative pin.

Four decades of caring for moms and newborns

As the Grand Prize Winner in the Licensed Practical Nurse/ Licensed Vocational Nurse category, White receives an all-expense-paid Caribbean cruise for two, a wardrobe featuring the best of Cherokee Uniforms and Cherokee Footwear worth more than $1,000, a Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award trophy and a 14K gold-plated commemorative pin.

Dental professional sets up clinic for children

As the Grand Prize Winner in the Non-Physician Healthcare Professional category, Anderson receives an all-expense-paid Caribbean cruise for two, a wardrobe featuring the best of Cherokee Uniforms and Cherokee Footwear worth more than $1,000, a Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award trophy and a 14K gold-plated commemorative pin.

Mentoring program key for minority students

As the Top National Winner in the Advanced Practice Nurse category, Gould receives an all-expense-paid trip to a 2010 medical conference of her choice, annual membership to a clinical association, a $500 donation to a nonprofit of her choice, a wardrobe featuring the best of Cherokee Uniforms and Cherokee Footwear worth more than $1,000, a Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award trophy, and a 14K gold-plated commemorative pin.

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