Celebrate the Power of Nurses during National Nurses Week 2025

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Celebrate the Power of Nurses during National Nurses Week 2025

Leading Nursing Associations Salute the Nation’s Nurses for Keeping Americans Healthy & Thriving

Washington, DC – The Tri-Council for Nursing, an alliance of five national nursing organizations focused on nursing education, regulation and practice, salutes the nation’s 5.7 million licensed nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12. The Tri-Council joins health care organizations and communities across the U.S. in celebrating the dedication, expertise and leadership of nurses.

This year’s theme, “The Power of Nurses,” perfectly embodies the irreplaceable value of nurses in keeping the nation healthy and thriving. Throughout history, nurses have been the backbone of the health care system, advocating for patients and leading at the forefront of innovation. From the bedside to the battlefield, research labs to rural clinics, and classrooms to boardrooms, nurses shape the future of health care by making a lasting impact on the lives of their patients. Their presence brings comfort in times of distress, their knowledge ensures safety in critical moments and their clinical expertise fosters healing. Whether in times of crisis or in everyday care, nurses exemplify unwavering commitment and leadership on behalf of the patients they serve. 

The Tri-Council celebrates the vital role nurses play in society and honors the invaluable contributions of nurses because the power of nurses transforms care, communities and the world. We encourage everyone to express their thanks to nurses who work tirelessly to promote health and healing, not only during Nurses Week, but throughout the year, and in every moment of their interactions with those under their care. The Tri-Council stands with nurses during National Nurses Week — and every day.
 

The Tri-Council for Nursing is an alliance between the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, the American Nurses Association, the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, and the National League for Nursing. While each organization has its own constituent membership and unique mission, they are united by common values and convene regularly to dialogue and build consensus, providing stewardship within the nursing profession. These five organizations represent nurses in practice, leadership and education. The Tri-Council’s diverse interests encompass the nursing work environment, health care legislation and policy, quality of health care, nursing education, practice, regulation, research and leadership across all segments of the health care delivery system.

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About the National League for Nursing

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the premier organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. The NLN offers professional development, networking opportunities, testing services, nursing research grants, and public policy initiatives to its nearly 45,000 individual and 1,000 institutional members, comprising nursing education programs across the spectrum of higher education and health care organizations. Learn more at NLN.org.

May 5, 2025

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Michael Keaton, Deputy Chief Communications Officer

mkeaton@nln.org