2007 Awardee - Gene E. Schmidt
Who is Charles S. Billings
In 1939, Charles S. Billings began serving as the Kansas Hospital Association's first president. Billings served in this role until he retired from KHA in 1962. In 1971, the Charles S. Billings Award was established to honor Billings' dedication and years of service to Kansans. His character inspired the inscription on the award, which reads, "For distinguished service and outstanding contributions to the health care of Kansans." KHA reserves this award for those who have truly shown their commitment, leadership and dedication to that noble pursuit.
Purpose of the Award
The Billings Award is the top honor given by KHA. Individuals are recognized as hospital leaders who have dedicated their working lives to hospitals and health care. The award recognizes a hospital leader for his or her lifetime of service and continuing contribution to the health care of Kansas.
Criteria
Nominees should demonstrate the following characteristics: commitment and excellence in service to Kansas Hospitals; leadership on a local, state and national level; and service to Kansas hospitals through KHA boards, councils and/or committees participation.
Process
Nominations received from KHA leadership and member facilities are considered by the KHA Executive Committee. An award is presented to an individual with demonstrated leadership, years of service, participation in the state association and advocacy efforts. Nominations should be submitted to the president of the Kansas Hospital Association by Sept. 1.
Key Dates
June – Announcement and call for nominations
Sept. 1 – Nominations due
Sept. – Nominations reviewed/scored by KHA Executive Committee
Oct. – Awardee determined
Nov. – Awardee honored at KHA Annual Convention
Award Presentation and Recognition
In recognition for distinguished service and outstanding contributions to the health care of Kansans, the awardee will be honored by:
- Recognition at the Kansas Hospital Association Annual Convention;
- The Billings Award Plaque;
- Coverage in KHA publications and on the KHA Web site; and
- Media announcements of the award.
Materials to be Submitted Nominations should be submitted on the Charles S. Billings nomination form. Include a brief description in the following four areas (each 250 words or less):
- Summary of nominee's service in and for hospitals of Kansas;
- Examples of nominee's leadership in health care;
- Examples of nominee's service to the Kansas Hospital Association; and
- Other activities or reasons why this nominee should be considered.
Mail to:
Kansas Hospital Association
215 SE Eighth Ave.
Topeka, KS 66603-3906
Deadline
The completed nomination form and supporting materials must be postmarked no later than Sept. 1.
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