National Nurses Week is May 6-12

Editor's Note

National Nurses Week is May 6-12, with May 12 celebrated as International Nurses Day in honor of Florence Nightingale’s birthday.

National Nurses Week is celebrated annually to raise awareness of the important role nurses play in society. This year’s theme is “Culture of Safety: It starts with You.”

The American Nurses Association has a resource tool kit, merchandise, a free webinar, and more for celebrating the week.

Join ANA in celebrating the important role nurses play in health care during National Nurses Week, May 6 to 12, 2016. Register now for the FREE webinar, "Culturally Congruent Care: Why Diversity makes a Difference." Free planning resources and downloads are now available for your use. Access the logo library now.