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American Academy of Nursing Criteria for Selection for Fellowship

Membership in good standing in a state nurses association that holds membership in the American Nurses Association.

Evidence of outstanding contributions to nursing over and above those which are required in one's position of employment. These might include the following:

Creative efforts that have contributed to effective nursing practice.
Research or demonstration projects that have contributed to improvement in nursing.
Creative development, utilization, or evaluation of specific concepts or theories in nursing education, practice, or research.
Authorship of books, articles or other communication media that have had significant implications for nursing.
Significant influence in the evolution of health policy.

Evidence of potential to continue contributions to nursing and the Academy, such as the following:
1. Activities that reflect a broad perspective of nursing's commitment to society.
2. Active participation in nursing and other organizations at the local, state, national, or international level.
3. Contributions that address the goals of the Academy.
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