The Southeast Chapter of SCCM is proud to offer the annual “Barbara A. McLean Contributions to Critical Care Nursing Award”.  This award will be delivered to a critical care nurse who exemplifies the values of the SCCM: A model based on collaboration, contribution, evidenced-based communications, and collegiality.

Who can participate?

Any Critical Care Nurse that meets the following criteria:

  • In practice for at least 4 years
  • A mentor to others
  • Seeks out responsibilities that evolve the practice of critical care
  • Contributes beyond the responsibilities of paid employment
  • Attends critical care meetings and educational programs
  • Does not have to be a member of the SCCM SE Chapter
  • Nurse practitioners do not qualify

Who can nominate?

  • Any person on a critical care team 
  • Must be a member of the SCCM SE Chapter
  • Board members and chapter officers may not nominate

What does the award consist of?

The final candidate will receive a check for $250 and a one-year membership to both the local and national SCCM organizations. The awardee will also receive an award plaque in recognition of his/her commitment to critical care. 

How to submit the nomination?

The nominator must provide a letter detailing the nominee’s contribution to critical care nursing excellence AND a team approach to managing the critically ill or injured patients. This letter should validate the nominee’s clinical, educational and/or leadership contributions relevant to critical care. In addition, the contributions to health care outside of their work place should be highlighted. 

Nomination and a letter of support should be emailed with original signatures and letterhead (if possible) to communications@sccmse.org