International Nurses Day 2026 to focus on nurse 'empowerment’ This year’s International Nurses Day (IND) will focus on empowering the nursing workforce to help ‘maximise their full-saving impact.'

International Nurses Day 2026 to focus on nurse ’empowerment’

This year’s International Nurses Day (IND) will focus on empowering the nursing workforce to help ‘maximise their full-saving impact’, it has been announced.

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To the strangers who helped me and gave me hope — aPHrica Pulse Two recent global health days, World Blood Donor Day (14 June) and International Nurses Day (12 May), stay close to my heart. Not because I work at a blood bank or I am a nurse, but because at...

At a critical point in my life, I relied on strangers; some who donated blood and others, nurses, who cared for me.

That's why #WorldBloodDonorDay and #InternationalNursesDay are so important to me.

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All On The Board @allontheboard

Today is International Nurses Day. It takes a special person to be a nurse. Thank you to all of them for doing what they do. #InternationalNursesDay #IND2025 #Nurses

World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO

On #InternationalNursesDay, we honour the 30 million nurses, the heart of health systems worldwide. From emergency response to long-term care, from birth to end-of-life, nurses are everywhere health happens. WHO urges more investment. 🔗http://bit.ly/42SkqBL

World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific

It's #InternationalNursesDay! Nurses are critical in all health-care settings, especially in primary health care, often the first and only point of care in communities, the unsung heroes in emergencies, key enablers in achieving #HealthForAll

Nursing in Critical Care Journal @niccjournal
Happy International Nurses Day!

Today, we honour the heart, strength, & dedication of nurses around the world. Whether at the bedside, in research, education, or leadership, nurses make a difference every single day.

#InternationalNursesDay #ThankYou

Dawn Butler ✊🏾💙 @DawnButlerBrent

🚨 We did it — we’re changing the law!

So happy to say, on #InternationalNursesDay, that the Labour Government is adopting my Bill to legally protect the job title ‘Nurse’.

It will keep patients safe & ensure respect for the profession. Huge congrats @protectnurse

International Nurses Day – Agnes Ritchie – News & Media

NHS Lothian @NHS_Lothian

This #InternationalNursesDay we're celebrating the passion and dedication of our incredible nurses across NHS Lothian 💙

We caught up with Agnes Ritchie, who began her journey in 1981 and is now Associate Nurse Director.

Read more here: ow.ly/hTs650VQaxn
#IND2025

On #InternationalNursesDay 💙

I walked beside a hero
And he spoke about his day
He spoke with such humility
Of all the lives he'd changed

I sat beside a hero
Who'd been working for so long
She smiled a tired smile and then
Got up and carried on

Becky Hemsley 2023

My Journey into Nursing – Joy Madigan, Trainee Nurse Endoscopist – News & Media

NHS Lothian @NHS_Lothian

🎉 Celebrating International Nurses Day! 💙

Meet Joy, a Trainee Nurse Endoscopist whose journey began at just 17 when she started as a Care Support Worker.

Read more about her nursing journey here: ow.ly/kIVL50VQZQi
#IND2025 #InternationalNursesDay

#ukar #internationalnursesday #researchnurses #ukarstudy #researchnurse… | Epidemiology Group, University of Aberdeen 🩺 Appreciating #UKAR Research Nurses – Beyond International Nurses Day 🩺 Though #InternationalNursesDay on 12 May has come and gone, the impact of our UKAR Research Nurses continues every single day....

🩺Celebrating our #UKAR Research Nurses – not just on #InternationalNursesDay, but every day💙

In clinical research, they are the bridge between protocols & patients—bringing empathy, precision & dedication to every step.

🔗 www.linkedin.com/posts/epidem...

@nhsgrampian.bsky.social #ClinicalResearch

Image of Chelsie Sills, Lead Nurse for Vulnerabilities at King’s, at the Florence Nightingale Foundation Commemoration Service.

The Florence Nightingale Foundation Commemoration Service.

👏 Congrats to Chelsie Sills, Lead Nurse for Vulnerabilities at King’s, for representing #TeamKings at the Florence Nightingale Foundation Commemoration Service.

Find out more about Chelsie's outstanding work ➡️ tinyurl.com/mspx6nm8

#TeamKings #InternationalNursesDay #FlorenceNightingale

A wonderful day celebrating #InternationalNursesDay with colleagues and fellow #Queen’sNurses visiting the beautiful gardens of Littlethorpe Manor opening thanks to @ngsopengardens.bsky.social @stephlawrence.bsky.social @mattbradby.bsky.social #connect #network #selfcare

Last week, our incredible nurses celebrated #InternationalNursesDay!

There were thank you cards, special pens, homemade cakes (with fab toppers!), ice lollies and sunshine all round.

Thank you to every CHAS nurse for the care, compassion & strength you bring to your work. We’re so grateful. 💛

Heroes in Scrubs: Why International Nurses’ Day Matters - The Namibian - Heroes in Scrubs: Why International Nurses’ Day Matters  The Namibian -

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Heroes in Scrubs: Why International Nurses’ Day Matters In the heart of Namibia, a dedicated army is working tirelessly to safeguard the health and well-being of the nation. These are our nurses – the frontline warriors of healthcare. International Nurses’ Day, celebrated annually on 12 May is a vital opportunity to recognise, appreciate, and elevate the invaluable contributions of these healthcare heroes. Namibia, like many nations, faces unique healthcare challenges – from combating infectious diseases like HIV-AIDS and tuberculosis to addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and ensuring access to quality care in both urban and remote areas. Amid these complexities, Namibian nurses stand as a crucial force. They are the first point of contact for many seeking medical assistance, providing essential care, administering life-saving treatments, and offering comfort during times of vulnerability. Their dedication extends beyond clinical duties – they are educators, advocates, and often the emotional bedrock for patients and their families. Nurses often work long hours under immense pressure, and their sacrifices often go unnoticed. This day offers a chance for the nation to say a collective ‘thank you’ for their tireless service. It boosts nurses’ morale and motivation as the healthcare sector can be demanding, and nurses often face burnout and emotional fatigue. International Nurses’ Day can also serve as a powerful advocacy tool. It provides an opportunity to shed light on the challenges nurses in Namibia face, such as understaffing, inadequate resources, and the need for continuous professional development. By raising awareness, we can advocate better working conditions, improved training opportunities, and policies that support the nursing profession. Publicly celebrating the achievements and dedication of Namibian nurses can inspire young Namibians to consider nursing as a fulfilling and impactful career path. By showcasing the vital role nurses play in society, we can encourage more individuals to join this essential profession, ensuring a strong and capable healthcare workforce for the future. When nurses feel valued and supported, they are better equipped to provide high-quality care. Investing in the nursing profession through recognition, training, and improved working conditions directly contributes to a stronger and more resilient healthcare system for all Namibians. In conclusion, International Nurses’ Day in Namibia is a crucial moment to celebrate the backbone of our healthcare system, to acknowledge their sacrifices, to advocate for their needs, and to inspire the next generation of caregivers. As Namibia continues to strive for a healthier future for all its citizens, let us ensure that we consistently recognise and support the invaluable contributions of our nurses – every day. Their dedication is the heartbeat of our healthcare system, and their well-being is intrinsically linked to the well-being of our nation. Job Ndeulita, nurse manager, Windhoek Central Hospital The post Heroes in Scrubs: Why International Nurses’ Day Matters appeared first on The Namibian.

#InternationalNursesDay #HealthcareHeroes #NursesInScrubs #NamibiaNurses #FrontlineWarriors

This week, we recognised the impact nurses brought into the healthcare system all over the globe.
To all nurses all over the world, keep being brilliant and always keep the lamp burning!
#IND2025 #InternationalNursesDay

Day 1 of #RCN25 #InternationalNursesDay what better way to mark it than #powerful debates that reflect who we are and what we stand for.
#celebrating nursing careers to neurodiversity, clinical skills, and work-life balance
our voices are shaping the future.
#IND2025 @calvinmoorley.bsky.social

To celebrate #InternationalNursesDay, a group of #ExtraordinaryQNs visited the stunning Littlethorpe Manor, just outside Ripon — a garden that opens to the public through our funder, the National Garden Scheme.

Read all about it in #QueensNurse Fiona Rogers' blog: qicn.org.uk/celebrating-...

🧠 Mental Health Awareness Week meets International Nurses Day! 🩺Latest Inflammatory! episode Nurse!, we discuss how nurses are the human side of healthcare & how they have really changed our lives #InternationalNursesDay
Listen here tinyurl.com/39nvshv5
#Mentalhealthawarenessweek #inflammatory

There's still time to get Lesley Parkinson's #RestorativePracticeAtWork with a whopping 30% discount!! 🎉

This quick sale was our way to mark #InternationalNursesDay on Monday - huge thank you to all nurses 🩺

Hurry, sale ends on the 19th of May: buff.ly/cZrvC61

@re-think.bsky.social #Booksky

I have often wondered why my mother, a pre-NHS registered Scottish nurse, was so keen her family should be musical. Just look at this piano right in the heart of the ward! No distressing electronic beeps and alarms, just music for the solace of the soul...
#InternationalNursesDay

Healthcare workers honoured for dedication and resilience Healthcare workers honoured for dedication and resilience NBC Online Wed, 05/14/2025 - 15:17

#HealthcareHeroes #InternationalNursesDay #NursesDoItAll #HealthcareWorkers #FrontlineWorkers

A thank you from Dr Redmond Tully to all the Royal Oldham Hospital nurses who support research & the patients who take part
#InternationalNursesDay
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A woman with glasses smiles to the camera. Text reads: It was International day of the nurse yesterday. I didn’t want to let it pass without saying something so… - Thanks to the nurse who was nervous to take my bloods but did it anyway - Thanks to the nurse who was happy to see me - Thanks to the nurse who sat and listened to me as I cried - Thanks to the nurse who joked about me sneaking in - Thanks to the nurse who came to check in even though I wasn’t on his ward - Thanks to the nurse who came and took my bloods again (and nailed it no pressure) - Thanks to the nurse who joked with me about avoiding her Thanks to all on O2 day ward for making me feel like part of the family and part of the furniture on what could be the worst days.

'Thanks to the nurse who sat and listened to me as I cried'

A heartfelt thank you🔽 from one of our patients, Elena, to mark #InternationalNursesDay #teamCNO #IND2025

Elena was herself a nurse, working at the Northern General Hospital for 11 years before a #myeloma diagnosis🤗

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I’m a day late but want to say hello & thank u to #nurses from around the world
Do you have any memorabilia to share?

#InternationalNursesDay #InternationalDayoftheMidwife #RestorativePracticeAtWork www.crownhouse.co.uk/restorative-...

Two nurses in scrubs celebrating International Nurses Day with the quote 'Every heartbeat of care matters' by Academia Support UK. Get nursing assignment help at https://academiasupport.co.uk/writing/nursing-assignment-writing-help-uk/

Happy International Nurses Day 🌍 to all nursing students and future healthcare heroes 💙 Academia Support UK celebrates your dedication and strength. From BSc to MSc Nursing we’re here to support your academic journey 📚📝 #InternationalNursesDay #NursingStudentsUK #academiasupport #KingsCollegeLondon

Yesterday was #InternationalNursesDay

I've had the privilege of working with brilliant nurses throughout my career.

Thank you to nurses across the UK, especially at our West Suffolk Hospital, for your extraordinary skill, care and compassion.

We recently celebrated the Global Professions of Nursing and Midwifery and #OneTeamOneOUH nursing and midwifery colleagues.

The event marked this year's #InternationalNursesDay and #InternationalDayoftheMidwife.

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