This Black History Month, we recognize 14 famous Black nurses who have changed the nursing profession – and the world – for the better. From Harriet Tubman to modern-day trailblazers, …

1 day ago · The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) is a non-profit organization that represents 308,000 African American registered nurses, licensed vocational/practical nurses, …

Take a look below at just some of the most groundbreaking nurses throughout history. 7. Estelle Massey Osborne. Born in 1901, Estelle Massey Osborne became the first Black woman to …

Feb 27, 2023 · From the first black nurse to receive formal training in the United States, Mary Eliza Mahoney, to the contemporary leaders of the nursing profession, these 25 black nurses …

Feb 3, 2025 · February is Black History Month, a time to recognize the significant contributions of Black Americans throughout history. In healthcare, particularly in nursing, Black nurses have …

Feb 20, 2024 · From Mary Eliza Mahoney – the first Black woman to work as a licensed nurse – to Sandra Lindsay, RN – the first person in the US to receive a COVID-19 vaccination outside of …

1 day ago · Gertrude Hodges is the first African-American graduate (1959) of the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. She provided decades of health care, teaching, and mentoring as she …

Feb 23, 2023 · Despite centuries of slavery, segregation, systemic inequality, and prejudice — including being denied entry into nursing schools and organizations — Black nurses have …

Mar 3, 2023 · Black History Month acknowledges the work of scholars and practitioners throughout history who have fostered self-determination and initiatives to build schools and …

Jan 31, 2025 · Black or African American nurses make up approximately 6.3% of the registered nurse (RN) workforce. [i] This is significantly lower than the 14.4% of the U.S. population that …