What is the Extraordinary Healer Award?

Each year CURE gives readers a unique opportunity to honor an oncology nurse through the Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing, describing the compassion, expertise, and helpfulness that a special oncology nurse has exhibited.

Submit an Essay

Essays must be 1000 words or less and detail how your nurse helped you heal throughout your cancer journey. Limit one entry per person.

Be sure to read the Contest Rules before completing!

* Required Information

Your Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Address 1*

Address 2

City*

State/Province*
(US & Canada)

Province (Non-US &
Canadian Residents)

Zip Code*

Daytime Phone Number*

E-mail*

Your Nominee's Information

Nominee's Full Name*

Nominee's Credentials
(example: RN, OCN)*

Nominee's Place of Employment*

Employment City*

State/Province*
(US & Canada)

Province (Non-US &
Canadian Residents)

Daytime Phone Number*

E-mail

Your Essay

Essay Title*

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