There’s never been a better time to show nurses how much we care and appreciate the sacrifices they make to keep us safe. Nurses play a monumental role in the health care setting, using their knowledge to assist in life-threatening situations and acting as advocates toward patient safety and trust. Their presence is varied, valuable and should be respected and applauded. If you or a loved one has ever faced a life-threatening situation or a tense moment under medical watch, more than likely, a licensed nurse assisted. Their compassion and knowledge are effective in overcoming emergencies and making patients feel comfortable as they recover. As the frontline of a world health crisis, nursing professionals need our support now more than ever. Their skill and commitment during the coronavirus pandemic are making a lifesaving difference every day.

If someone in the nursing field has impacted your life, we want to know!

National Nurses Week is May 6-12 and SWARK.Today wants to reward one lucky nurse from Hempstead County and Nevada County with dinner at a local restaurant. Tell us who your favorite nurse is and why and how they have impacted your life and enter them for a chance to WIN!

You may nominate your nurse by emailing us at [email protected] or commenting on the facebook post. Please include nurse's name, what county they reside in and why you are nominating them!

Contest Rules:

• Nurses MUST reside within Hempstead or Nevada Counties

• Please include Nurse's Name, County and the reason why they have been nominated

• One winner will be chosen from each County

• Winner will be determined by a drawing for each County