Since the pandemic, honoring our nation’s nurses is more profoundly significant, which makes this month of recognition in May even more important.
Whether it is a national health emergency or routine daily care, nurses’ vital contributions impact the health and well-being of our communities, which is why ANA selected the theme for May as Nurses Make a Difference. To honor nurses and support the nursing profession, ANA will promote weekly themes and activities. While continued physical distancing may limit our face-to-face activities, we encourage everyone to think of creative ways to virtually engage.
The month will be divided into four weekly focuses:
WEEK 1
SELF-CARE
(May 1–9)
Use this week to focus on yours’ and your colleagues’ mental health and physical well-being.
WEEK 2
recognition
(May 10–16)
Now more than ever, it is important to raise the visibility of the critical work nurses do by honoring nurse heroes, innovators and leaders.
WEEK 3
professional development
(May 17–23)
The free Nurses Month Webinar on May 19 will focus on the Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, 4th Edition.
