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International Nurses Day wishes on 12 May: thank you messages for nurses from patients, families, doctors and hospitals.

100 wishes · Updated October 2026

International Nurses Day wishes for friends (13)

Happy Nurses Day to my friend who works twelve-hour shifts and still remembers my birthday.
Happy Nurses Day! Please put your feet up today. You have earned it a hundred times.
To my friend in scrubs: the world is kinder because of you. Happy Nurses Day.
Happy Nurses Day. Your patients are lucky to have you, and so am I.
From nursing school to the ward, you have never lost your kind heart. Happy Nurses Day.
Happy Nurses Day to the friend who gives the best advice and the best hugs.
You are brave, funny and caring. Happy Nurses Day, my friend.
Happy Nurses Day! May your shift be calm and your tea stay hot.
Happy Nurses Day to the friend who taught me to wash my hands properly. Twenty seconds, always.
To my nursing school roommate: we made it through exams and now through real shifts. Happy Nurses Day.
Happy Nurses Day to the friend who changes out of scrubs and still checks on everyone.
To my nurse friend: thank you for the late-night advice and the calm voice. Happy Nurses Day.
Happy Nurses Day! The world runs smoother because of people like you.

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About International Nurses Day

International Nurses Day is marked on 12 May, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who shaped modern nursing.

Hospitals hold small events, patients and families send thanks, and many countries mark a whole Nurses Week around the date.

Nurses are often the first and last person a patient sees each day. A simple thank you means a great deal to them.

How people celebrate International Nurses Day

Thank you cards from patients
Hospital events
Flowers and treats for the ward
Messages to nurse friends

How to wish well

Thank them for their patience and kindness on hard days.
Remember night shift nurses too.
Keep it short and warm.

Questions about International Nurses Day

When is International Nurses Day?

International Nurses Day is on 12 May every year.

Why is Nurses Day on 12 May?

It is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, born in 1820, who founded modern nursing.

What do you write to a nurse?

Thank them for their care and kindness and wish them rest and good health too.

What is a short Nurses Day message?

"Thank you for caring when it matters most. Happy Nurses Day."

How can hospitals celebrate Nurses Day?

A thank you note from leaders, a shared meal and time to recognise each team go a long way.

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