Observe National Nurses Week: Promote EAP to Health Care Staff

National Nurses Week (May 6-12) is an important opportunity to recognize the impact an organization’s nursing teams has across the organization—and to reinforce the support systems that help sustain them.

Nursing is deeply meaningful work. It is also emotionally, physically and mentally demanding. Burnout often develops gradually, showing up as fatigue, difficulty recovering between shifts or a reduced sense of connection to the work.

Taking time to acknowledge Nurses Week is important. Pairing that recognition with accessible, practical support is what makes a lasting difference.

EAP Counselors Support Nurses with Professional, Personal Concerns

To support the organization’s teams, MCIT encourages members to share the Employee Assistance Program National Nurses Week flier directly with the nursing staff. This resource is designed to:

• Help nurses recognize early signs of burnout
• Reinforce simple, shift-relevant self-care strategies
• Encourage use of available support
• Normalize conversations around stress and recovery

EAP Website Offers More Resources, Tools for Nurses

In addition, the Employee Assistance Program offers a range of resources through its website or counselors that can be especially valuable in high-demand health care environments, including:

• Confidential counseling support
• Digital modules focused on resilience, stress and mindset
• On-demand tools nurses can access between shifts
• 24/7 support for immediate needs

These resources are designed to meet nurses where they are, whether they prefer speaking with someone directly or engaging with tools on their own time.

This week is a meaningful moment to pause, recognize and support the nursing workforce—not just for today, but for long-term sustainability.