As we head into National Nurses Week (May 6–12), this week’s Friday Five is all about celebrating, supporting, and spotlighting the incredible impact of nurses everywhere. We’re highlighting a HealthcareNOW Radio episode focused on the nursing profession, sharing our curated Nurses Playlist, rounding up some great freebies to show appreciation, and taking a closer look at the American Nurses Association’s recent statement addressing the Department of Education’s decision to downgrade nursing degree programs. It’s a mix of recognition, resources, and real-world advocacy—just in time to honor those on the front lines of care.
Talking the Walk: From bedside care to leadership roles in Nursing with Kelly Gibbons
On this episode host Tom Testa sits down with Kelly Gibbons, a client success advisor with Practicing Excellence to discuss the versatility of nursing careers. Kelly shares her 26-year nursing career journey, which spanned from bedside care to leadership roles in patient experience and education.
The ANA Profoundly Dismayed by the Department of Education’s Exclusion of Nursing from the Definition of “Professional Degree” Programs
A Fresh Approach to Your Nurses Week Celebration
2026 Freebies and Discounts for Nurses
Through every shift, their dedication makes a difference. AACN has put together a collection of freebies and discounts to celebrate nurses— so they can take advantage of these offers and know how much they’re valued in the healthcare community.
Healthcare NOW Radio Nurses Playlist
Now more than ever, we need to support and recognize nurses for their steadfast commitment to meeting the needs of patients and their communities every day. We encourage you to promote nurses’ health and well-being and honor them in any way you can. To start you can listen to these great episodes featuring nurses and the work they are doing each and every day to improve healthcare and the nursing profession.
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