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1. NURSES DAY

2. International Nurses Day History Nurses Day was first proposed by the Dorothy Sutherland (an officer from the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare) in the year 1953 and first proclaimed in honor of all the nurses in the United states to President Dwight D. Eisenhower . However, he didn’t approve this suggestion. It wouldn’t become a holiday until the international nurses day was created by the international council of nursing in 1965 .

3. During the 1970s, May 12 th was chosen as the date on which it should be celebrated because that date is Florence Nightingale’s birthday. In the month of January in 1974, the 12th of May was declared to be celebrated as the birthday anniversary of the founder of modern nursing, the Florence Nightingale .

4. History of National Nurses Day When the U.S president didn’t take up Dorothy Sutherland’s suggestion and it was left to private citizens to begin celebrating a National Nurses Day and eventually, a National Nurses week. Finally in 1974, President Richard Nixon declared a National Nurse week.

5. Followed by a resolution started in New Mexico in 1981 to declare the 6 th of May National Recognition Day for nurses. Finally in 1982 the US congress declared May 6 th to be National Recognition day for nurses and it was signed into law by president Ronald Reagan

6. Florence Nightingale(1820-1910) Florence Nightingale (the foundational philosopher of the modern nursing) was born on 12th of May in 1820 in London, England. During her life she was a statistician, writer, and social reformer. She became an important figure of the nursing since Crimean War during 1850s. It was during this time she would become the founder of modern nursing and become known as the “The Lady with the Lamp”. On August 13,1910, at the age of 90, she died peacefully in her sleep .

7. INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES ICN works to ensure quality nursing care for all and sound health policies globally. ICN chooses a theme each year to celebrate International Nurses Day. Our 2017-2019 campaign, Nurses: A Voice to Lead, focuses on the need for nurses to become more active and vocal in policy development and implementation. The resources and evidence deal with critical issues of the time and highlight the many ways in which nurses are making an impact.

8. Background Each year ICN prepares and distributes the International nurses day kit. The International Nurses Day Kit contains educational and public information materials to be used by the nurses among public.

9. UNISON (the British public sector union) had asked the ICN in 1999 to celebrate this day on another date as Florence Nightingale is not symbolizing the modern nursing. Then, National Student Nurses’ Day was started celebrating annually on 8th of May since 1998 and National Nurses Week was started celebrating every year from 6th of May to 12th of May since 2003.

10. Why Nurses Day is Important ? Serving the humanity is one of the great professions. Nurses are doing this. I am not going to overemphasize the profession but for the mankind, nurses are playing an important role in the society. Public awareness to raise the health care system, the nursing profession is being raised by the celebration of International Nurses Day. As they are the backbone of the health care system, the people throughout the world are acknowledged about national Nurses day

11. How National Nurses day is celebrated ? There is a proverb that, “Great mind thinks alike” In this day INC provides different gift box, posters and many other things for the occasion of National Nurses Day. Different poster Banner is designed Festoon, Play cards are provided Different speakers deliver their speeches on the occasion of Nurses day Nurses Gift kits are distributed

12. How to celebrate International Nurses Day Because this day is all about celebrating nurses’ endless contributions to society, take this opportunity to show a nurse who has taken care of you how much you appreciate him or her.

13. As with most gestures of appreciation, whatever you decide to do need not be grand or cost much money. Sad as it is, many people neglect to thank their nurses at all, seeing them only as robots who only know how to follow the doctor’s orders, so every little way to say a simple “thank you” will definitely make that nurse’s day.

14.  today is the day to show that gratitude .  A nurse’s main goal is to help you get through treatment and get better, so just knowing he or she succeeded is a reward in itself.

15. The Importance Of Mind, Body, And Soul Balance The combination of mental, physical, and spiritual wellness is undeniably important to the individual. However, we live in a world that largely focuses on the physical factor of wellness which, in this day and age, includes healthy eating, a fit body, and an overall attractive appearance. Meanwhile, the busier that our day-to-day lives become, the harder that it is to achieve mental and spiritual wellness.

16. One article claims, “Wellness is the search for enhanced quality of life, personal growth, and potential through positive lifestyle behaviours and attitudes.” With that said, in order to attain overall wellness, one must not only focus on the physical aspect, but also the mental and spiritual factors.

17. IMPORTANCE OF NURSESDAY CELEBRATION Nurses are those who give their support to people who are suffering from any disease. Their work on new national or private medical centers is very important for people in delicate heath to recover and feel good

18. The profession they have choosen is very remarkable for which it is honored and well remembered one once year Dedicating these cute messages to these great professionals in the day of a tribute is a very special way to express the gratitude for their great work

19. In this special day i want to honor to all nurses working in the public and private sector and also to THANK YOU for the dedicated work they do everyday to achieve good health and life for everyone.

20. Nurses are those people with patience and tenderness who help others people who are suffering from any physical discomfort to calm down and reassure confidence in them. It is a profession which require a real dedication to survive and support for others.

21. The great professionals are those who fail to quell the feelings of fear and provide security and necessary care to those who have cracked their health and support physicians in performing their responsibilities. Thanks to their care the patients are able to recover their health.

22. There is no area of the country in which nurses do not always carry presence, this is because they carry hope and happiness with them to all locations which become present.

23. It is my wish to send a special greeting to send to all nurses for their hard work in the interest of protecting the health of our population by reaching out to help all our patients.

24. NURSE’S DAY : THEME - 2019 NURSING : THE BALANCE OF MIND, BODY & SPIRIT :

25. This year, “Nursing:  The Balance of Mind, Body and Spirit “ is the selected theme. When nurses are healthy, it ensures the delivery of quality health care to their patients, families and communities.

26. The week begins on May 6, RN Recognition Day, and ends on May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Registered nurses around the country are encouraged to wear their “RN Pins” in honor of Nurses Week and RN Recognition Day.

27. The American Nurses Association (ANA) and the Oklahoma Nurses Association (ONA) have a long-standing commitment to ensuring the health and wellness of nurses in all settings. 2017 has been designated the “Year of the Healthy Nurse”.

28. Registered nurses are on the frontlines of our health delivery system, providing care to millions of people. As the largest group of health care workers with 3.5 million RNs, nurses are critical to America’s health care system. Their well being is fundamental to the health of our nation.

29. Health care delivery requires 24/7 support and the demands of shift work challenge the health of nurses. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nurses have the fourth highest rate of injuries and illnesses that result in days away from work when compared with all other occupations.

30. To celebrate the “Year of the Healthy Nurse”, ANA has launched the “Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Grand Challenge” to support nurses in their strive to be healthier. The Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation Grand Challenge is a national movement, designed to improve the health of the nation’s 3.6 million registered nurses. A Grand Challenge is a socially beneficial goal that addresses a systemic and embedded problem through collaboration and joint leadership. ONA has joined forces with ANA on this Grand Challenge.

31. The Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ Grand Challenge will connect and engage individual nurses, employers of nurses, state nurse organizations, and specialty nurse associations to take action within five domains: physical activity, rest, nutrition, quality of life and safety.

32. National Nurses Week, celebrated May 6-12, “Nursing: The Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit,” is all about celebrating nurses who lead the charge for health and wellness among their patients, their families and themselves. Leading a charge means leading for change, and nurses must be willing to advocate for change. Advocacy is easiest when in the hospital or clinic, and there is an obvious patient or family need. Nurses are known as pioneers in being the voice of the patient . It’s no wonder the profession has been ranked as the most trusted profession for the last 15 consecutive years.

33. The only constant in health care is change. This is a commonly spoken and heard phrase among care providers. While change is a given, it’s how we experience this phenomenon that impacts the world in which we provide and experience care. Nurses impact outcomes for patients, families, other nurses and colleagues every second — positive or negative. 

34. HOW NURSES STAY HEALTHY THROUGH STRESS? As a nurse, there is a vast array of factors than can prove stressful. In order to do so, not only must one maintain physical health, but also a sound mind and spirit. 

35. WHAT IS A HEALTY NURSE? A healthy nurse is, “one who actively focuses on creating and maintaining a balance and synergy of physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, personal and professional well-being. A healthy nurse lives life to the fullest capacity, across the wellness/illness continuum, as they become stronger role models, advocates, and educators, personally, for their families, their communities and work environments, and ultimately for their patients.” -ANA(AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION)

36. MIND: There are many situations where one’s mind will be tested, whether that takes shape at work, school, or in daily life. Individuals can maintain mental health and keep the mind sharp in many ways, such as reading, staying social, and constantly challenging the mind .

37. MIND: In a demanding field such as nursing, it can be easy to get lost in the daily cycle; therefore keeping the mind constantly active and alert can boost mental health as well as work output.

38. MIND: In Eckhart Tolle’s 2004 book, “The Power of Now” ,   Tolle writes, “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have. Make the NOW the primary focus of your life.” This quote by Tolle emphasizes an important principle - keeping the mind active in any current moment. By doing so, one can stay grounded in whatever task may be at hand, ensuring that they do the best that they can.

39. MIND: As a nurse, staying grounded in the moment can make a big difference in both job performance and output. The ANA defines nurses as role models, advocates, and educators, therefore possessing a sound mind can have a powerful effect on those around them and allow nurses to express themselves and their teachings in a creative and intelligent way.

40. BODY: Maintaining physical fitness is essential, especially in a career that may be physically demanding. Many nurses work long, strenuous shifts, and are tasked with a vast array of responsibilities such as providing hands-on care to patients, traveling to multiple locations within a hospital or care facility, and confronting external stressors, such as patient deaths.

41. BODY: All of these situations take a physical toll on nurses, who then need to manage it in various ways. Physical exercise not only promotes health, but it can be an effective release from stress or tension.

42. BODY: Carmela Marasigan , Assistant Nurse Manager in the Cardiac Care Unit at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, often walks in her neighborhood to relieve stress. She says, “I find that sweating is a great stress reliever. They say that when you sweat, you release all your toxins.”

43. BODY: As a nurse, staying physically healthy is a key component as an advocate for better health. Advice from a nurse would likely resonate more with patients and individuals if they can see the results of exercise and physical well-being personified.

44. BODY: Staying on top of physical health can also motivate individuals around nurses, illustrating that despite rigorous work schedules, there is always time to enrich physical fitness. By engaging in activities that keep them fit, nurses can then educate others based on their experiences.

45. SPIRIT: Maintaining a healthy spirit is just as integral to a nurse’s life as mental and physical health. Staying in high spirits involves creating happiness, being self-aware, and constantly expanding one’s consciousness. Happiness is one aspect of being that can overlap with other parts of life to create a well-rounded, overall balance.

46. SPIRIT: According to a  workingnurse.com  article, a tip to nurses is to, “Carve time out of your schedule for leisure activities you enjoy and any spiritual practices that are meaningful to you.” This advice is effective because it is a way to separate attention from the external world and focus on the one within.

47. SPIRIT: By being self-aware, it is easier to make the necessary changes in one’s personal life to ensure that they are in a situation which brings them satisfaction . The quote also highlights spiritual health, a component of health that cannot be measured by anyone other than an individual themselves and their own personal journey.

48. SPIRIT: Spirituality works hand-in-hand with mental and physical fitness, as it keeps individuals calm, focused, and strong. Being in high spirits whether at a hospital, school, or at home has the potential to spread to other individuals, increasing the sense of positivity and joy.

49. SPIRIT: By enjoying every given moment, nurses are able to uphold their high level of impact and efficiency, which in turn makes for a healthier population.