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National Nurses Week is May 6 – 12. The American Nurses Association (ANA) has designated 2017 as the “Year of the Healthy Nurse.” This year’s theme is, “Nursing: the Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit.” In support of the “Year of the Healthy Nurse,” ANA is offering a free webinar, A Nurse’s Guide to Preventing Compassion Fatigue Moral Distress and Burnout. ” It’s all about celebrating nurses like you who lead the charge for health and wellness.”
History of National Nurses Day
In 1982 President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation on March 25, proclaiming “National Recognition Day for Nurses” to be May 6, 1982. The ANA Board of Directors expanded the recognition of nurses to a week-long celebration in 1991 ending on May 12th – Florence Nightingale’s birthday.
International Nurses Day
International Nurses Day is on Friday May 12, 2017. This year the International Council of Nurses (ICN) has chosen the theme, Nurses: A Voice to Lead, Achieving the Sustainable Developmental Goals. The INC’s hope for this campaign is to raise awareness of nursing professionals and the general public of what the Sustainable Developmental Goals are and their importance.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. The 17 goals are as follows:
- No poverty 10. Reduced Inequalities
- Zero hunger 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Good Health and Well-Being 12. Responsible Consumption and Production
- Quality Education 13. Climate Action
- Gender Equality 14. Life Below Water
- Clean Water and Sanitation 15. Life on Land
- Affordable and Clean Energy 16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- Decent Work and Economic Growth 17. Partnerships for the Goals
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Erin Kay Flatley Pediatric Nursing Awards – Sepsis Alliance
Are you an amazing pediatric nurse or do you know one? Applications are now open for the Erin Kay Flatley Pediatric Nursing Awards. The awards are named in honor of Erin, an aspiring 23-year-old teacher who died suddenly and unnecessarily from sepsis. Applications will be accepted until June 15 and there are two award types this year:
- Two $2,500 Erin Kay Flatley Pediatric Sepsis Nursing Awards for U.S. practicing pediatric nurses. Each awardee will also receive one domestic flight, hotel, and ticket for the Sepsis Heroes Gala on September 14, 2017.
- One $2,500 Erin Kay Flatley Pediatric Sepsis Nursing Award for international practicing pediatric nurses (including Canada), who will also be recognized at Sepsis Heroes.
MCN Foundation, MCN Healthcare, and MCN Learning would like to thank all nurses who take care of our mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, spouses, children, family and friends!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
“They may forget your name, but they will never forget how you made them feel.”
Maya Angelo
MCN Foundation, More Care Now, mission is to increase patient care and safety through web-based healthcare education, skills building and entrepreneurial endeavors in order to promote and maintain the health of families and communities. Our purpose is to educate individuals, providers and organizations in developing countries around the world through healthcare education and entrepreneurial investment in order to nurture and grow healthy families and communities.
