Certified Nurses Day 2025
Celebrating Certified Nursing Professionals
March 19, 2025
March 19, 2025
Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration of the dedicated nurses who have earned certification, which shows patients, families, employers and the public that their knowledge reflects national standards and a deep commitment to patient safety. These professionals go the extra mile, having passed a rigorous exam as they continue their learning journey throughout their careers. Certified nurses are champions of excellence, and it’s time to cheer them on!
Together, we recognize the unwavering commitment and expertise that certified nurses bring to patients, their families and healthcare.
Make the most of Certified Nurses Day with meaningful ways to express your gratitude, from printable downloads to recognition products available in the AACN store. Create an email or intranet post and take inspiration from our sample social media messages. Make your certified nursing colleagues feel appreciated by organizing a team event or virtual gathering. However you mark the occasion, strengthen the sense of camaraderie among your peers and emphasize the value of certification.
See how teams across the country salute certified nurses, and share your own celebration online using the hashtag #CND2025.
As healthcare becomes increasingly complex, the value of certification as a mark of excellence is more important than ever. Achieving certification shows patients, families, employers - and you - that you’re committed to the highest standard of care.
Learn directly from certified nurses about the impact certification can make in a nurse’s career.
