Rhode Island honors nurses by commemorating the week of May 6th through May 12th, 2026, as "National Nurses Week.

The Rhode Island House of Representatives commemorates the week of May 6th through May 12th, 2026, as "National Nurses Week." The resolution honors all nurses and encourages residents to celebrate their contributions throughout the year. It highlights the importance of nursing in meeting healthcare needs, especially during pandemics, and acknowledges the anniversaries of the American Nursing Association and the Rhode Island State Nurses Association. The resolution also emphasizes the growing demand for nursing services due to an aging population and the theme for 2026, "The Power of Nurses.

Rhode Island honors nurses by commemorating the week of May 6th through May 12th, 2026, as "National Nurses Week.

The Rhode Island House of Representatives commemorates the week of May 6th through May 12th, 2026, as "National Nurses Week." The resolution honors all nurses and encourages residents to celebrate their contributions throughout the year. It highlights the importance of nursing in meeting healthcare needs, especially during pandemics, and acknowledges the anniversaries of the American Nursing Association and the Rhode Island State Nurses Association. The resolution also emphasizes the growing demand for nursing services due to an aging population and the theme for 2026, "The Power of Nurses.