Professional Practice Recognition Program

The Professional Practice Recognition Program provides monetary recognition for bedside nurses who wish to advance their careers through demonstrated individual excellence in the following areas:

  • Clinical education and certification
  • Professional accomplishments
  • Clinical adaptability

Annual opportunities may include participation in research, publishing and/or community outreach initiatives. The program is open to all registered nurses with excellent clinical skills and at least one year of satisfactory performance as a unit resource person at UF Health Shands Hospital.