Changing Lives. Shaping Tomorrow
National Nursing Week is May 6-12, 2024, and this year’s theme is:
Changing Lives. Shaping Tomorrow.
The theme recognizes the contributions of the tremendous impact that nurses have on individuals, communities, and the future of health care.
Changing Lives:
Patient impact: Nurses play a crucial role in directly impacting the lives of patients. Through their care, compassion and expertise, they contribute to positive changes in the health and well-being of individuals.
Advocacy: Nurses often advocate for their patients, ensuring they receive the best possible care and support. This advocacy can bring about transformative changes in people’s lives.
Shaping Tomorrow:
Innovation: Nurses are at the forefront of health-care innovation, contributing to advancements in treatments, technologies and patient care practices. Their commitment to learning and adapting helps shape the future of health care.
Educational influence: Nurses, as educators, have a significant impact on shaping the next generation of health-care professionals. Their knowledge and mentorship influence the future of the nursing profession.
We hope you embrace it as you show your support for Canada’s Nurses