2008 Instructions and Nomination Form
2008 Essay Form
Brochure printable pdf format

A Unique Experience

Each year, approximately thirty-five nurses from across the state are invited from every area of practice ranging from acute care to public health, to participate in the Tennessee Leadership Institute for Nursing Excellence (T-LINE), an innovative program designed to prepare nurses to contribute as leaders to their profession.

Nurses are selected based on defined criteria related to demonstrated clinical leadership skills, supervisor recommendations, the nurse's stated career goals, and potential for professional leadership.

This growth opportunity is being offered at no cost to the nurse, in an informal group setting. Nurses will have the opportunity to interact with motivational speakers and nursing leaders on a variety of topics relevant to practice, personal development, client advocacy, and leadership. The Institute is held at Fall Creek Falls State Parks, one of Tennessee's premier State Parks.

2008 DEADLINES

May 5th- Nomination and Essay forms are distributed to all CNO/CEO's of Long Term Care Facilities and Hospitals

JUNE 19th- Completed Nominations and Essays must be received by the Tennessee Center for Nursing either electronically or by mail.

July 25th- Participant and their nominating agency will be notified of selection. Detailed agendas and additional information will be sent out along with their notification packet.

September 8th-11th- The first session of the Institute will begin around Noon CST on Monday, September 8th with the last session adjourning at 1:00 pm CST on Thursday, September 11th.