I am curious whether most SNF/LTC facilities acknowledge their nurses during "National Nurses Week." A card? A 'thank you?' Anything??
I have worked at the same facility for 5 years, and the administration has never once even acknowledged the existence of "National Nurses Week." Instead, they make a big deal the following week-- "National Nursing Home Week" -- which certainly doesn't have the same impact.
In other facilities I have worked, the administration would, at the very least, give each nurse a card. I can't help but notice that many area hospitals take out big ads in the newspaper: "Castle Hospital Would Like To Say Thank You To Our Nurses!" Some hospitals give out small gifts, such as a tote bag or waist pack. The only acknowledgement we get is the occasional "Happy Nurses Week" from a patient's family member. From the administration: silence.
So, I would really appreciate your feedback. Does your SNF/LTC facility acknowledge or ignore "National Nurses Week?" Do they celebrate "National Nursing Home Week" instead, believing that to be an acceptable substitution? Just curious....
