Living Legend Award

Purpose:

Created by the State Government Relations Committee, the Living Legend Award recognizes someone who has made significant contributions in the areasof advocacy further advancing CRNA practice in Ohio.

Eligibility:

The nominee must be:

A CRNA or student registered in the state of Ohio
A member of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Criteria:

Nomination submissions should include:

Overall contributions made to advancing the practice in the state of Ohio
Specific legislative contributions such as legislative visits, providing testimony, establishing connections with legislators
Involvement in OSANA and other professional organizations

Process:

Complete the nomination form provided

Submit a copy of the nominee’s CV or resume and letter of recommendation (optional) with the nomination form.

Selection Process:

The OSANA Board of Directors or an appointed awards committee will decide the recipient each year.

Deadline and Notification:

Nominations will be accepted until February 1. Award recipients will be notified of the award after that time and invited to receive the award at the Annual Conference, March 20-22, 2026 at the Hilton Columbus Hotel.