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Established to commemorate the contribution to nursing by Miss Jane Bell OBE.
This is a biennial award of up to $10 000 for research, travel or further study
APPLICATIONS CLOSED UNTIL 2027
Download the scholarship guide and application forms below

Every year the RMGNA awards a gift to the University of Melbourne Master of Advanced Nursing Practice student nominated for their high quality research project. We invite the awardee to present on their research at one of our general meetings or submit an article for our newsletter.
Image: 2024 recipient, Lauren Cross (with Julie Halton, Secretary)

The Royal Melbourne Graduate Nurses’ Association introduced this annual award to acknowledge and celebrate RMH nurses who embody the Art of Nursing. In 2025 we advertised two Art of Nursing Awards - a graduate nurse & Grade 2+ nurse, and the award increased to $1000 per winner.
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
To apply: complete the nomination form below & email to rmhgna@outlook.com or fill out the online nomination form below.

Royal Melbourne Graduate Nurses Association Small Grants are available to assist members to participate in continuing professional development activities.
Applications open 1st January 2025
To apply, click on this link and complete the online application form
Download the Small Grant guidelines below for more information about the small grants program; a printable version of the application form is included in this document
Art of Nursing Graduate Nurse Winner
Rem makes an exceptional contribution to patient care and outcomes through her kindness, professionalism, and strong commitment to safe, high‑quality nursing practice. She consistently works collaboratively with others on the ward, communicates clearly and respectfully, and asks appropriate questions to ensure patient safety at all times.
An example of Rem’s commitment to caring and advocacy occurred when one of her patients became upset about discriminatory remarks by another patient in the room. Rem immediately reported the incident, helped move the patient to another room and spent time with the patient, reassuring them and ensuring their ongoing wellbeing. A very worthy winner.
Exerpt from nomination
Art of Nursing Experienced Nurse Winner
Linda has been a highly valued nurse at RMH for over 20 years and currently works as an After-Hours Hospital Manager. Linda is deeply committed to supporting staff across all levels and disciplines throughout each night shift, balancing competing priorities while striving to improve patient care through timely bed allocation and effective prioritisation. She is widely recognised as a kind, supportive, and capable leader who is trusted by the organisation and Executive on Call team to provide effective leadership and operational oversight after hours.
Linda’s ongoing contribution to RMH clearly demonstrates her commitment to improving patient outcomes while balancing operational demands and staff wellbeing. Linda definitely personifies the Art of Nursing award’s expectation of excellence in nursing care, support and leadership.
Excerpt from nomination

Assoc Prof Cathy Daniel
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