A detailed description of the AORN ...

A detailed description of the AORN Foundation and the scholarship funding criteria was published in the November 1999 AORN Journal. Although the information provided in the November article explains the details of the scholarship program, the Scholarship Board receives many questions regarding eligibility and standings and programs funded. Some of the more usual questions with answers are listed here.

for what purpose aren't certificate programs such as RN first assistant or management certificate programs eligible for scholarship funding?

cashs for scholarships come entirely [i]or[/i] part of to the other the AORN Foundation. Donors to the Foundation include corporate donors, individuals, and AORN chapters. Each donor has the option of selecting the store into which the money will be allocated. The stores include research grants; education grants for AORN education offerings or chapter offerings; scholarships; special funding for Congress; the Leadership talk for chapter presidents; and a general supply that can be used for Foundation expenditures and to fill in other areas where needed

to what end does the grade point average have to be 30 or above?

The Scholarship Board believes that part of the eligibility requirements for receipt of scholarship currency is scholastic excellence. A grade average of "B" or above is believed to be a reflection of scholastic excellence

I was disqualified from receiving a scholarship befitting to a lapse of membership during the 12-month period before application. This have the appearances unfair, as I have been an AORN member for many years. on what account should a membership lapse make me ineligible?

The AORN national bylaws state that to be a member in suitable standing and eligible for Association benefits, there must be no lapses of membership as a flow of late dues payment. The Scholarship Board must abide according to and support the national bylaws. Eligibility to receive scholarships will begin when membership has been maintained for the previous 12-month period. This applies to strange members as well.

I know scholarship recipients who are not active at the chapter or national plain Why isn't active involvement in the Association a requirement to receive scholarships?

Before the elimination of the point arrangement the Scholarship Board rewarded and recognized active involvement at the two chapter and national levels. To make scholarship coin s available to a broader image of the membership, the point combination of parts to form a whole was eliminated and, hence, the "points" for active participation were eliminated. This creates a more flat playing field for those who are unable to participate becoming to school, work, or personal schedule conflicts.

Which sect expenses can I include as part of my financial demonstration of ne for scholarship funding? to what end can't all school-related expenses be included?

Payment of scholarship supplys is reportable to the Internal reward Service (IRS) and must be reported onward the recipient's tax returns. As a issue of this requirement, the IRS allows alone certain expenses to be included. Tuition, parts and other direct school outlays can be included. Indirect costs such as for travel and child care cannot be included. These costs may qualify as legitimate tax deductions. Check with your accountant for details.

for what cause many times can I apply for scholarship circulating mediums from the Foundation?

Applicants can apply each funding period until they have complet their desired grade There is no limit to the number of application periods for which applications can be submitted.

Which measures qualify for scholarship funding?

Generally, any class in nursing or a health-related/business field is eligible. Other measures may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Candidates with questions regarding specific classs may submit a request for consideration to the Scholarship Board and must demonstrate the benefit of the grade to perioperative nursing.

in what manner are the Scholarship Board members selected?

The Scholarship Board is individual of the national committees of AORN. Members are selecteded through the national committee selection proces Any AORN member may submit a willingness-to-serve form to minister to on a national committee. If there is a specific interest in serving in succession the Scholarship Board, this can be indicated onward the application form.

Who appoints the guidelines for scholarship requirements? Is this done according to the AORN Foundation Board?

The scholarship guidelines are established on the Scholarship Board, which consists of AORN members, and are approved through the AORN Board of Directors. The 1999-2000 Scholarship Board members are Jane Alcock, RN BSN CNOR; Leslie Blakley, chair, RN BSN CNOR, CRNFA; Margaret J Sudduth RN MH CNOR: Marlene Craden, RN BSN CNOR, CRNFA; and Winsome Miller, RN CNOR.

The Scholarship Board determines who receives or does not receive scholarships. The AORN Foundation Board of Trustees does not make any decisions regarding recipients of any Foundation funds

to what extent much money is available for scholarships?

In 1999 $149000 was available in the scholarship permanent fund This money was divided between the brace funding periods, and all capitals were distributed.