Medical Surgical Nursing Consortium Med/Surg Certification Scholarship

Name: Medical Surgical Nursing Consortium Med/Surg Certification Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Information And Eligibility:
The Medical Surgical Nursing Consortium Med/Surg Certification Scholarship is offered through the Academy of Clinical Nurse Leaders (ACNL) in partnership with the Medical Surgical Nursing Consortium. This scholarship was created to support nurses who are committed to excellence in medical-surgical nursing and who seek professional certification as a way to strengthen patient care, clinical expertise, and leadership within the nursing profession.

The Medical Surgical Nursing Consortium was founded by nurse educators who recognized the need to unite nurses around strong foundational principles of med-surg nursing. Medical-surgical nurses serve as the backbone of inpatient care, managing complex patient needs, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality across healthcare settings. This scholarship reflects a commitment to sustaining that foundation by encouraging nurses to pursue certification and continued professional growth.

• Supports nurses pursuing medical-surgical nursing certification
• Encourages professional development and lifelong learning
• Recognizes leadership, innovation, and excellence in nursing practice
• Promotes high-quality, patient-centered medical-surgical care

Certification in medical-surgical nursing demonstrates advanced knowledge, clinical judgment, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. However, exam fees, study materials, and preparation costs can create financial barriers. This scholarship helps reduce those obstacles, allowing qualified nurses to pursue certification with confidence and focus on their professional goals.

Applicants are evaluated not only on their eligibility but also on their dedication to medical-surgical nursing principles and their potential to serve as leaders within their practice environments. The Consortium seeks nurses who value innovation while keeping core nursing principles at the center of patient care. Scholarship recipients represent the next generation of med-surg nurses who will shape clinical standards, mentor peers, and contribute to improved patient outcomes.

The award is part of ACNL’s broader mission to support nurses at all stages of their careers through education, leadership development, and professional recognition. Recipients are typically recognized during ACNL’s Annual Conference, reinforcing the importance of community, collaboration, and shared professional values within nursing leadership.

By supporting certification, the Medical Surgical Nursing Consortium Med/Surg Certification Scholarship strengthens not only individual nurses but also healthcare teams and organizations that depend on skilled, credentialed professionals to deliver safe and effective care.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a registered nurse (RN)
• Must demonstrate interest in medical-surgical nursing certification
• Must meet any additional eligibility criteria outlined in the application

This scholarship offers meaningful support to nurses who are passionate about advancing medical-surgical nursing and maintaining excellence in one of the most essential areas of patient care.

Deadline: December 31

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