HAPPY NURSES MONTH, FROM ELITE

This May, we’re turning up the volume to honor the true rockstars of healthcare. Nurses Month is your time to take center stage, and we’re here to celebrate YOU with resources, free CE, and chart-topping giveaways you won’t want to miss!

This month only, snag 25% off unlimited CE with Passport CE Membership with code ROCKSTAR

Join the Real Nurse Nation Tour

From merch to the main stage, you’re invited to follow along our virtual nurse rockstar tour. At each stop, you’ll find resources dedicated to the nurses who keep the show going. Check back daily! We’ve got hot giveaways dropping all month long.

THE LINEUP

The Rockstar Nurse Nation

Every nurse has a story worth celebrating. This Nurses Month, we’re shining a spotlight on the passion, strength, and heart that make you the ultimate rockstars. From the way you lead to the way you care, you inspire us every day.

LISTEN NOW

FREE CE Never Sounded so Good

Tune in to our free CE podcast featuring nursing influencer Donna Cardillo and gain insights, inspiration, and practical tips while you’re on the go.

CELEBRATING YOU

Spotlight on the Real Nurse Band

From their leadership to their unwavering care, this special series highlights the dedication, resilience, and compassion that make these nurses unforgettable.

ENTER TO WIN

Nurses Month Giveaways

Think of it as our virtual t-shirt cannon. From physical copies of our Nurse Cookbook to a gorgeous Marc Jacobs bag and other fun finds, these are freebies you won’t want to miss. 

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ROCKIN' READS FOR ROCKSTAR NURSES

NURSING MONTH READS

From honest advice from all the nurses who’ve rocked the stage before you to the surprising pre-fame healthcare careers of famous musicians, we’ve curated a selection of our best articles from our Resource Center

Nourish Your Mind, Nourish Your Body: Recipes by Nurses, for Nurses  

Nurses Share Their Wisdom: Advice for a Rewarding Career in Healthcare

9 Reasons Nurses are Rock Stars

Famous Rock Stars (You Didn't Know Used to Work in Healthcare)

NURSES WEEK GIVEAWAYS

Free CE. A Marc Jacobs tote. Daily giveaways of our brand new Nurse Cookbook. Five Beats™ headphones. 

Oh—and did we mention the free CE?

DAY 1 GIVEAWAY - 5/6

Free CE Podcast with Donna Cardillo

Rockstars are all about defying conventions. In this free CE podcast, join nurse influencer Donna Cardillo as she walks you through all the amazing, creative, often unexpected things you can do with your nursing degree. BONUS: earn 1 Free CE Contact Hour!

Exclusive Insider Look

Shoot with Donna Cardillo

GIVEAWAY STARTS 5/6

Plus, enter to win Beats™ Headphones, everyday during nurses week!

Winner Selected!

DAY 2 GIVEAWAY - 5/7

Hot Jams for Nurses + Beats™ Headphones

Compiled from your suggestions, this Spotify playlist is full of classic rock anthems to keep you pumped, keep you motivated, and keep you grooving through those long charting sessions. Get instant access to our Spotify playlist and jam out like the rockstar you are!

Winner Selected!

DAY 3 GIVEAWAY 5/9

Medical Mysteries CE Bundle + Beats™ Headphones

Put on your sleuthing cap and lace up your gumshoes. The Medical Mysteries CE podcast bundle is here! Explore some of the most puzzling clinical cases with Nurse Mike and earn CE credit hours while you listen. (Only one lucky nurse will win the Medical Mysteries bundle) 

Winner Selected!

DAY 4 GIVEAWAY - 5/11

The Ultimate Shift Survival Guide + Beats™ Headphones

No matter what shift you work, there comes a moment when it feels like the wheels have fallen off the tour bus. From survival kits to advice from seasoned nurses, the Ultimate Shift Survival Guide has what you need to thrive when shift hits the fan.  

Winner Selected!

DAY 5 GIVEAWAY - 5/12

Free Passport Lite Membership + Beats™ Headphones

Knock out those state requirements. Listen to CE podcasts on the go. Take a deep dive on topics that fascinate you. Get it all for FREE. Enter below for a chance to win a Passport Lite Membership. (Only one lucky nurse will win a Free Membership)

Winner Selected!

ENTER DAILY DURING NURSES MONTH

Win a Marc Jacobs tote bag or a printed copy of our brand‑new Nurse Cookbook—featuring recipes from real nurses.

ONE WINNER PICKED MAY 31ST

Win a Marc Jacobs Tote Bag

Perfect for storing water bottles, wallets, stethoscopes, work IDs, extra guitar picks, or whatever you’re taking with you, this bag has what you need to keep your rockstar life organized. Plus – it's gorgeous!

DAILY GIVEAWAY - ONE WINNER EACH DAY OF MAY!

Per Os: Recipes by Nurses, For Nurses

While we can’t offer our rockstars a bowl of M&Ms (with no brown ones), we’re excited to share our first recipe book made by nurses, for nurses.


Download the digital version below and/or enter daily to win a physical copy. 1 copy will be given away each day during Nurses Month!

Meet The Band

Just like the greatest bands, nurses rely on harmony, stamina, and a whole lot of heart to put on an unforgettable performance every single day. Let's hear directly from these front-line legends about what it takes to rock the medical floor.

Caroline Ring

THE KEYBOARDS OF LIFELONG LEARNING

Favorite Rockstar: Eric Clapton


Go-To Pump-Up Anthem: Under Pressure 


Why She Rocks Her CE with Elite: “It’s the easiest, least expensive way to keep up with current education on a variety of topics, not just to maintain your license but for actual learning.” (love this, thank you!)

Advice for New Nurses

“Make continuing education part of your practice, not because you have to, but because you want to be the best nurse you can be. I've been a nurse for over 40 years, and it's true that nursing requires lifelong learning. It's the only way to stay current.”

Kathy Bodie

THE LEAD VOCALS OF ENCOURAGEMENT

Favorite Rockstar: Jack White 


Go-To Pump-Up Anthem: Welcome to the Jungle 


Why She Rocks Her CE with Elite: “Elite RULES! So easy, affordable, and efficient! Thank you for making nursing education enjoyable!” (we <3 you too!)

Advice for New Nurses

“You're in the most important show of your life every single day you walk into work. Let your excitement about that shine bright! We get to meet amazing new people every day, help them while they are most vulnerable, apply our knowledge and skills on the daily, collaborate with fellow genius nurses and doctors, and go home feeling like we did something that mattered! On top of that, we get PAID!”

Daidrea Henderson

THE ELECTRIC GUITAR OF COMPASSION

Favorite Rockstar: Her mother (“Rock on, Mom!”)


Go-To Pump-Up Anthem: My Journey


Why She Rocks Her CE with Elite: “I have a nursing journey that will motivate any new nurses entering the self-rewarding profession.” 

Advice for New Nurses

“Each and every nurse who puts their heart into this field will have many life changing experiences.”

Dayana Bou Jaoude

THE BASSLINE OF WISDOM

Favorite Rockstar: Herself 


Go-To Pump-Up Anthem: Eye of the Tiger 


Why She Rocks Her CE with Elite: "Because I rock."

Advice for New Nurses

“Nursing is a posture of the heart.” (awe, so sweet!)

Advice for New Nurses

“Learn as much as you can and put it to practice with dedication to you patients. Love you patients like they're your family."

Eleanor McAbee

THE DRUMMER OF DEDICATION

Favorite Rockstar: Florence Nightingale


Why She Rocks Her CE with Elite: “Elite has always been my go-to source. They keep their education updated and advanced and stay up with our nursing needs."

Quick Skills Refreshers

Short, practical videos and point of care support to help nurses feel more prepared.

Podcasts for Nurse Life

Engaging podcast content like Scrubs and Subpoenas and Medical Mysteries

Career Tips and Insights

Helpful content focused on career growth, new opportunities, and life beyond renewal.

Certification Prep

Review content and prep tools to help nurses build confidence for what comes next.

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Learn More About Nurse Appreciation Month

When is National Nurse Week?

Though Elite Learning celebrates the whole month of May as National Nurse Month, the official National Nurse Week kicks off on May 6 and runs through May 12, Florence Nightingale's birthday.

When is National Student Nurse Day?

National Student Nurse Day is celebrated on May 8.

When is National School Nurse Day?

National School Nurse Day falls on May 6.

When is International Nurse  Day?

In January 1974, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) announced that May 12 would be "International Nurse Day" to celebrate the contributions of nurses around the world. It has been celebrated annually since, often in conjunction with National Nurses Day and National Nurses Week.

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