Kelly O. Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Funded by
$3,500
1 winner$3,500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jul 1, 2023
Winners Announced
Aug 1, 2023
Education Level
Any
Recent Bold.org scholarship winners
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
Field of Study:
Nursing
Education Level:
Field of Study:
High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
Nursing

Kelly O. was an inspiring ICU nurse who was a dear friend and wise mentor. 

Kelly tragically passed away last year due to a very aggressive and rapid cancer. In her career, Kelly was a devoted and selfless nurse who demonstrated compassion and empathy in her daily work. 

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kelly O. by supporting students who are beginning or continuing their nursing journeys.

Any high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is beginning their nursing journey or furthering their nursing career through an advanced degree may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us about yourself, why you’re interested in a nursing career, what area of nursing you’ll specialize in, and how you’ve prepared yourself for this step in your journey.

Selection Criteria:
Impact, Drive, Ambition
Published April 22, 2023
$3,500
1 winner$3,500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jul 1, 2023
Winners Announced
Aug 1, 2023
Education Level
Any
Recent Bold.org scholarship winners
Essay Topic

Please tell us a little about yourself and why you are interested in a career in nursing. What area of nursing do you plan to specialize in? How have you prepared yourself for this step in your journey?

400–600 words

Winning Application

Amber Simon
Eagle Gate College-LaytonMountain Home, ID
I am an almost 33-year-old Mom of three kids. My goal has always been to become an RN with a BSN. I started my medical field journey right out of high school and received my certificate in nursing assistance. I moved across the country and went back to school and received my Associate of Science in Medical Assisting. I have finally decided to go back to school to get my RN BSN and was recently accepted, I will start May 8, 2023. I want to show my children that you can always reach your goals no matter how old you are. I will be attending college full-time and working full-time. I am applying for as many scholarships as possible to help lower the burden of payments I would need to make due to being a single parent. I have always been passionate about nursing and the medical field and I can't wait to fulfill my dreams! For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a nurse. In my high school yearbook when they asked what I wanted to be when I grew up I answered, Registered Nurse. I grew up surrounded by amazing nurses my aunts are both registered nurses and my grandmother is an LPN. I loved hearing stories from the Emergency Room, Operating Room and ICU. I grew up believing that nurses are the real superheroes. I also helped my mother raise my two younger brothers and I wanted to continue to care for people as a career. Right out of High school I went to CNA classes and became certified when I was 18. I moved across the country when I married an active-duty airman and worked as a CNA in the Long Term Care Unit at the local hospital. While working at the hospital I started schooling for my Associate of Science degree and Medical Assisting. I also became certified by the American Association of Medical Assisting. After graduating I completed my training at the hospital on the air base and was then hired at the local family medicine clinic. During my years as a Medical Assistant, I have seen a lot of different diseases. I have worked through the Swine Flu, Zeaka virus, Ebola and Corona Virus. During the COVID-19 virus when I decided that I wanted to pursue nursing even further. During the pandemic, I learned so much about medicine and I wanted to help as much as I could. It has been 13 years since I received my Associate of Science and I am now starting classes for my BSN RN on May 8. I want to continue moving up the ladder of nursing and continue to help as many patients as possible. Being in the medical field has been the most rewarding carer. I could not imagine doing anything else. I can not wait to start school, I am both excited and nervous. I have even recently considered going even further to become a Nurse Practioner. I feel like the sky is the limit and even though I am not fresh out of High School I have years of experience to bring to my education and my classmates. My three kids are also supporting me and asking me if we can start doing homework together once I start school. They have also told their friends that their mommy is going to be a superhero. I want to continue to help my community by working in rural health and hopefully mental health. I enjoy volunteering at the local domestic violence shelter. I can make an impact in my community!

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jul 1, 2023. Winners will be announced on Aug 1, 2023.

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