2024 is the 30th Anniversary of National Nurses Week!

Today is May 6th and it marks the start of another year of National Nurses Week in the United States!

As I thought about Nurses Week, I wondered, what is the history of this week for our profession? 

As a nurse of now 24 years, I have always had National Nurses Week. However, it was not long before that where there was not such a celebratory week recognizing the efforts and talents of the nurses across the country. 

According to the American Nurses Association's history of Nurses Week, it was in 1993 when the ANA Board of Directors designated May 6th - May 12th as National Nurses Week for 1994 and beyond! 

Thus, 2024 would mark 30 years of continued celebrations. 

As nurses who have an interest, curiosity, or are currently working in health information technology and/or informatics, you may also be interested to know that the first board certification exam for informatics nursing was offered right around that time in 1995 (and recognized as a specialty practice in 1992)! 

The early 90's were an exciting time for advancement of the nursing profession! 

As we kick off Nurses Week this year, I hope that you all take a moment to reflect on how valuable you are to your patients, your peers, your staff, your family, friends, colleagues and more. 

As a thank you to each of you, you can save 33% on our available programs through the month of May using the code NURSES2024 on checkout!

Thank you for all that you do! 

~ Dr. Kelley