National Nurses Week 2026. National nurses week is from may 6 to 12, 2024. Watch our recorded national nurses week celebration to hear firsthand accounts of challenges overcome, triumphs achieved, and the profound impact of compassionate care.

On october 1954, national nurses week was first observed (100th anniversary of nightingales mission to crimea) and later in 1982, may 6th was introduced as national nurses day. Throughout 2025, there are key days, weeks, and months dedicated to generating awareness for important health topics and recognizing professions.