Certified Nurses Day

Nurses Day is a day to celebrate and honor the contributions and achievements of nurses around the world. The day aims to raise awareness of the critical role that nurses play in healthcare, and to recognize the dedication, compassion, and expertise of nurses in providing care to patients and their families.

National Nurses Day was not founded by a single individual, but rather established by the United States Congress in 1982.

The day was designated to be celebrated annually on May 6th to recognize and honor the contributions of nurses to society.

The date of May 6th was chosen because it is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who is widely regarded as the founder of modern nursing.

The establishment of National Nurses Day was a way to commemorate Nightingale's contributions to nursing and to raise awareness about the vital role that nurses play in healthcare.