Perioperative Nurses Week

Perioperative Nurses Week

Perioperative Nurses Week is November 10-16, 2024! This special week focuses on the achievements of perioperative nurses. These nurses handle patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Perioperative nurses contribute so much to the medical field and deserve to be celebrated.



History of Perioperative Nurses Week

The celebration of the week goes all the way back to 1949, but for years, was celebrated on one single day. Over time, it evolved into a week long celebration. To learn more about the history of Perioperative Nurses Week, read here. 


How to Celebrate during Perioperative Nurses Week

Whether or not you are a Perioperative nurse, you can celebrate! You can celebrate the Perioperative nurses you know so they can feel supported and valued.





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