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Deadline: Feb. 4, 2022

The National Academy of Medicine (NAM)’s Distinguished Nurse Scholar-in-Residence program provides a year-long residential health policy opportunity in Washington, DC. The immersion experience supports the engagement of nurse leaders in a prominent role in health policy at the national level and facilitates their interaction with other health fellows and scholars. The American Academy of Nursing (Academy), the American Nurses Association (ANA), and the American Nurses Foundation (the Foundation), in partnership with NAM, support this program. The program seeks individuals who have the capacity and skills to generate policy for issues of special interest and the ability to promote greater public understanding. Applicants with demonstrated success in promoting health equity are strongly encouraged to apply.

DIRECT SUPPORT FOR SCHOLARS INCLUDES:

• A stipend of $95,000 (plus up to $10,000 for related travel/relocation expenses); this will be spread across a commitment of 12 months.
• Provision of an office at NAM with appropriate supports (e.g., computer, phone, access to a printer, access to software programs and library resources).
• An intensive two-month orientation in federal health policy formation coordinated by NAM.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for 2022-2023 NAM Nurse Scholar-in-Residence must be submitted electronically to the American Academy of Nursing via the online form. To complete and submit the online application, the applicant must submit the following information:

1. A cover letter not to exceed two pages which should include the following:
   • Information that complements the CV about the applicant’s interdisciplinary experiences, policy interests, and ability to complete the project.
   • A statement of proposed full-time commitment to the program.
2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume not to exceed ten pages.
3. A proposal (no more than five pages) describing how the applicant’s expertise and background dovetails with NAM initiatives, as well as Academy, ANA, or Foundation priorities.
4. Letters of recommendation from two individuals who can comment on the applicant's previous achievements, interdisciplinary and policy experiences, and potential for future contributions to improving health equity.

TIMELINE
Applications are due on February 4, 2022. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview in early 2022. The final selection will be announced Spring 2022. The start of the one-year program will begin Sept. 1, 2022 and run through Aug. 31, 2023.

SELECTION PROCESS
A review committee comprised of representatives from NAM and the three funding organizations (Academy, ANA, the Foundation) will review all applications. Top candidates will be invited for an in-person interview. Decisions will be based on application criteria, references, and the in-person interview.

NURSE SCHOLARS WHO MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and member of the American Nurses Association.
• Alignment of scholarly or professional achievements with the health policy priorities of the National Academy of Medicine and sponsoring organizations.
• Significant potential for future contributions to health policy at any level of government.
• Demonstrated commitment to interprofessional collaboration, equity, diversity, and inclusivity.

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