As we prepare to celebrate International Thalassaemia Day (8 May) and International Nurses Day (12 May), it’s time to recognise the nurses who go the extra mile in caring for our community.
Is there a nurse at your treatment centre whose care, kindness, and dedication have made a real impact on you or your family?
This is your chance to help us celebrate those who make a difference every single day.
How to Nominate
🖊️ Tell us, in 500 words or less, why this nurse deserves to be recognised as our 2025 Nurse of the Year.
Who can nominate?
We welcome nominations from:
✔️ Patients living with thalassaemia, sickle cell, or other haemoglobinopathies
✔️ Carers and family members
✔️ Staff working alongside haemoglobinopathy nurses (excluding self-nominations)
How to submit your nomination
👉 Complete the nomination form online below
Nurse of the Year Nomination Form
OR
👉 Download the form and return it via email to: coordinator@thalnsw.org.au
“NURSE OF THE YEAR” NOMINATION FORM
📅 Nominations close at 5 pm on Tuesday, 6 May 2025
Selection & Announcement
All nominations will be reviewed by a panel of consumers, with the 2025 Nurse of the Year announced during our International Thalassaemia Day event on 8 May 2025.
💙 Because kindness, care, and generosity deserve to be celebrated.
For questions or more info, contact:
📧 coordinator@thalnsw.org.au
📞 0400 116 393
Thank you,
George Houssos, President
FAQS
Who can nominate a nurse?
Nominations will be accepted from thalassaemia, sickle cell and haemoglobinopathy patients, their carers and family members. We will also accept nominations from staff members who work with haemoglobinopathy nurses, however they cannot nominate themselves.
Will my nomination be confidential?
If you wish to keep your name and any personal details confidential, please tick our confidentiality box on the nomination form.
Can I nominate more than one nurse?
Of course! Share the recognition and fill out an individual nomination for each nurse. Unfortunately, we are unable to take nominations for ‘teams’ at this team.
Who is eligible?
Nominees must be a qualified individual currently employed as an enrolled or registered nurse in Australia, who works within haemoglobinopathy treatment.
I have a question or I need further information. Please contact our President, George Houssos – president@thalnsw.org.au.