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Join us in celebrating Nurse Practitioner Week, honoring the dedication and extraordinary care provided by these health care heroes!
Mark your calendars for a very special celebration! Nurse Practitioner Week, kicking off on November 10, is a time to honor the outstanding contributions of nurse practitioners to the health care profession. Trace the roots of this field back to 1965 when Dr. Loretta Ford and Dr. Henry Silver established the first nurse practitioner program in the United States. Today, during a time of global health challenges, we would be lost without the unyielding dedication and remarkable skills of these healthcare heroes. Let's unite in showing our grattitude and join in celebrating their invaluable role!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Nurse Practitioner Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. Loretta Ford and Dr. Henry Silver established the first Nurse Practitioner (NP) program at the University of Colorado.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Academy of Nurse Practitioners</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners is established to represent the interests of NPs across the nation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Prescriptive Authority Gained</div><div class='timeline-text'>All 50 states in the US implement regulatory provisions for nurse practitioners to prescribe medications.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Affordable Care Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The role of NPs is further recognized in the US with the passage of the Affordable Care Act, which relies heavily on NPs to meet primary care needs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>COVID-19 Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nurse practitioners are on the front line, providing critical healthcare during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, underscored their essential role.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Write a gratitude letter</h3><p class='facts-text'>Everyone appreciates a thoughtful note. Write a letter to a nurse practitioner you know, expressing your appreciation for their service and dedication. Detail the reasons they make such a significant difference in individual lives and the community.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate to a nursing scholarship</h3><p class='facts-text'>Consider making a donation in honor of a nurse practitioner you know to a scholarship fund for nursing students. This is a thoughtful and impactful way to support the future of the profession.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Share their stories</h3><p class='facts-text'>Highlight the work of a nurse practitioner on social media or a blog and share their stories with the wider community. This raise awareness and give deserved recognition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host an appreciation event</h3><p class='facts-text'>Organize an event where patients and colleagues can express their appreciation for nurse practitioners. This could be a modest breakfast at your healthcare facility or even a virtual event to comply with social distancing guidelines.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Provide them with self-care items</h3><p class='facts-text'>Nurse practitioners work hard and deserve some relaxation. To celebrate Nurse Practitioner Week, consider gifting a self-care basket filled with items such as aroma therapy candles, a mini massager, a soothing soundtrack, or a voucher for a spa treatment.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It spreads awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nurse Practitioner Week helps raise awareness about the vital role nurse practitioners play in our healthcare system. It is a way for the general public to become more informed about their contributions and respect the level of care they provide.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It shows appreciation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This week serves as a wonderful opportunity for patients, colleagues, and community members to express their gratitude towards nurse practitioners. From writing thank-you notes to hosting appreciation events, this week makes it easy for everybody to show their appreciation towards these dedicated professionals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes the profession</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nurse Practitioner Week also encourages others to join this rewarding profession. By sharing uplifting stories and celebrating the achievements of these professionals, others may get inspired to follow in their footsteps, thereby strengthening the future of the healthcare industry.</p></div></div>
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