Goshen Health Invites Community to Help Celebrate Nurses Week, May 6–12
Goshen Health is calling on the community to join in celebrating Nurses Week, May 6–12, by sharing messages of gratitude and support for the nurses and care team members who are the heart of local healthcare. Community members are encouraged to participate in several simple but meaningful ways to honor those who provide compassionate, expert care every day.
“Nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling rooted in compassion, resilience, and dedication,” said Julie Crossley, Chief Nursing Officer, Goshen Health. “This week is about honoring the incredible impact our nurses have every day—at the bedside, behind the scenes, and throughout the community. I encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a nurse this week. A simple message of gratitude can go a long way in recognizing their tireless commitment and the difference they make in so many lives.”
The community is invited to take part in the following activities:
- Leave a Note of Gratitude for Nurses– A virtual message board is available for anyone to share a note of thanks, upload a photo, or post a kind word to let their favorite nurse know they’re appreciated. Patients, families, Colleagues, and community members are all invited to contribute. Visit: http://goshenhealth.com/nurses-week
- Nominate a Nurse for the DAISY Award – The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that honors the extraordinary skill and compassion nurses provide every day. Patients and their families can submit a nomination to recognize a nurse who made a meaningful difference in their care experience. To learn more and submit a nomination, visit: https://goshenhealth.com/about/thank-a-colleague/daisy-award.
Goshen Health is also proud to feature the 2024 and 2025 DAISY Award winners on social media during Nurses Week. - Support from Local Students – As part of the celebration, local students are writing handwritten notes to Goshen Health nurses. These notes will be displayed in Goshen Health facilities as a visual reminder of the impact that care teams have on the entire community.
- Engage on Social Media – Follow Goshen Health on social media throughout Nurses Week to see stories and highlights celebrating the care teams. Share your own appreciation using #GoshenNursesWeek and help spread the word.
On May 7, during Nurses Week, Goshen Health will join Goshen College in celebrating the ribbon cutting of the newly renovated Center for Nursing and Public Health.
The facility features a state-of-the-art simulation lab, sponsored by Goshen Health, that precisely replicates the hospital rooms and equipment used at Goshen Health—providing students with hands-on training in a real-world environment. This milestone reflects the strong, ongoing partnership between Goshen Health and Goshen College in advancing nursing education.
Learn more about the event: https://www.goshen.edu/news/2025/03/27/westlawn-ribbon-cutting-open-house/
Goshen Health encourages all community members to take a moment during Nurses Week to participate and thank the nurses whose dedication and compassion are essential to the well-being of the region.
Goshen Hospital is proud to hold Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a designation that signifies excellence in nursing and patient care. In 2024, Goshen Hospital achieved its fifth consecutive Magnet designation and was honored with the prestigious Magnet with Distinction™—a recognition awarded to top-performing Magnet hospitals that exceed national standards. This achievement places Goshen Hospital among an elite group of fewer than 60 hospitals nationwide to receive Magnet recognition five times. Patients benefit from this distinction through improved outcomes, reduced complications, and higher satisfaction, while nurses experience a supportive environment that fosters professional development, collaboration, and innovation. To learn more visit https://goshenhealth.com/about...
For more information about Nurses Week at Goshen Health, visit http://goshenhealth.com/nurses-week
