NATIONAL STUDENT NURSE DAY

NATIONAL STUDENT NURSE DAY

National Student Nurse Day is celebrated May 8 during National Nurses Week. The day honors student nurses as they pursue a career in medicine.

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Student nurses are on the cutting edge of technology, learning the latest life-saving techniques while practicing foundational skills built on decades of medical science. Each year, the demand for nurses increases. Now more than ever, the nursing profession needs dedicated individuals committed to healthcare. Their passion to care, learn, and specialize in nursing will make a lasting impact on millions of patients and the families who love them.

A registered nurse (RN) typically completes a four-year nursing program to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Many nurses also branch out into specialties, advancing their careers into various areas of medicine. National Student Nurses Day celebrates these students and their achievements.

CELEBRATE NATIONAL STUDENT NURSE DAY

Encourage a student nurse you know. Pursuing a nursing career can be overwhelming, and your support can make a meaningful difference. If you're in the nursing profession, offer words of wisdom and encouragement. Families and friends—show your pride and support for their dedication and focus. Use the hashtag #NationalStudentNurseDay on social media to give a student nurse you know a well-deserved shout-out.

NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES DAY HISTORY

In 1953, Dorothy Sutherland of the U.S. Department of Health proposed a Nurse Day observance. While a proclamation never came, National Nurse Week was observed the following year. The American Nurses Association established National Student Nurse Day to recognizes student nurses in 1998.