Pulse Awards nominations

We need your nominations

Do you know a Pulse healthcare professional who deserves to be recognised for their hard work and dedication? See our 2022 Pulse Awards categories below and start nominating today.

Healthcare professional of the year categories

Our healthcare professional of the year awards will honour those who go the extra mile. Those who act as role models, continually work to an incredibly high standard, inspire and encourage everyone around them. Our nominees will be recognised for their outstanding contributions to the healthcare sector, their commitment to delivering the highest levels of compassionate care and the outstanding impact they have in improving patients’ lives.

Know a candidate that meets this criteria? Nominate them now.

Nursing categories

Nurse of the Year

Recognising exemplary nursing excellence among Pulse nurses, this award highlights dedication to compassionate, patient-centred care and contributions to the nursing profession through mentorship, innovation, or advocacy. 

Midwife of the Year

The Midwife of the Year Award acknowledges outstanding Pulse midwives’ significant contributions to women’s and families’ care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. It celebrates exceptional clinical expertise and commitment to quality, patient-centred care.

Operating Department Practitioner of the Year

The Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) of the Year award honours Pulse ODPs demonstrating expertise in perioperative care, consistently delivering high-quality patient care, safety, and efficiency.

Support Star of the Year

Recognising the vital role of healthcare assistants and support workers, the Support Star of the Year Award celebrates their dedication and contributions to ensuring the wellbeing of patients and their families.

Psychiatry, psychological therapies and allied health categories.

Psychiatrist of the Year

The Psychiatrist of the Year award acknowledges Pulse Psychiatrists’ exceptional contributions through clinical practice, teaching, research, or leadership in the field of psychiatry.

Psychologist of the Year

Recognising contributions to improving mental health, the Psychologist of the Year award celebrates Pulse psychologists’ leadership, innovation, and dedication to enhancing lives.

Talking Therapist of the Year

This award acknowledges Pulse talking therapists’ exceptional proficiency, commitment to client wellbeing, and ability to guide individuals through mental health challenges skilfully.

Allied Health Professional of the Year

Celebrating exceptional contributions by Pulse allied health professionals (AHPs), this award recognises exemplary leadership, clinical excellence, innovation, or compassionate patient care.

Other categories

Rising Star Award

Celebrating the promising start of a Pulse healthcare professional’s career, this award honours exceptional contributions to patient care and potential game-changing impact in shaping the future of healthcare.

By Your Side Award

The Experts by Your Side Award recognises healthcare professionals who demonstrate consistent excellence and are praised for professionalism, dedication, and inspiring workplace expertise.

Above & Beyond Award

Celebrating an unwavering commitment to compassionate care, the Going Above and Beyond Award recognises those who prioritise people daily and go the extra mile.

Built on Trust Award

This award honours consistent excellence and commitment in healthcare, celebrating outstanding professionals making a difference through Pulse.

Internal Nominations Form

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