CSHP Saskatchewan Branch

Nominee is currently a CSHP-SK Branch member

Yes

Interest in hospital pharmacy

Consider:

• Specificity about the nominee’s unique interest in hospital pharmacy  
• Connection of previous work experiences or experiential learning rotations to interest  in pursuing a career in hospital pharmacy 
• Indication of what qualities of a hospital pharmacist and/or elements of a career in  hospital pharmacy are intriguing to them personally  
• Has matched to residency program, has accepted a position in a hospital, or indicates  they are actively in the process of applying for a hospital posting

/10

Leadership within professional organizations

Consider:

• Current or past involvement with professional organizations on campus, provincially, or nationally 
• Formal leadership positions held 
• Evidence of going above and beyond

/8

Involvement in professional organizations

Consider:

• Membership in CSHP, CAPSI, and other professional organizations 
• Volunteers for ad hoc opportunities 
• Evidence of taking interest in leadership positions (e.g., co-chairing Pharmacy  Appreciation Month)

/8

Other Considerations

Consider:

• Strength of writing mechanics (essay structure, vocabulary, punctuation, spelling, etc.) 
• Personality and uniqueness of essay content (must still be written with professional  conventions) 
• Reputability of letter of reference author (i.e., non-professional acquaintance vs.  previous employer vs. faculty member) 
• Date nomination form submitted (i.e., earlier may indicate eagerness, preparedness,  etc.) 
• Evidence of professionalism 
• Involvement in other school or civic-related activities indicating well-roundedness (e.g., SPNSS, Pre-Pharmacy Club, community programs, etc.) 
• Expresses interest in advancement of the profession as a pharmacist (e.g., future involvement in advocacy organization, precepting and mentoring students, etc.)

/4

Total

/30