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- Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation is a registered trademark by the American Nurses Association.
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Students who enroll in the Rasmussen University Practical Nursing Diploma program on or after August 2022 may be eligible for the following toward their degree at Rasmussen University:
- A grant worth up to $2,000 to be equally divided across an eligible student’s first four (4) quarters in the Practical Nursing Diploma program.
- Students will be billed at the standard tuition rate plus applicable fees before the grant is applied. Student is responsible for all applicable book fees. 
- Eligibility will be verified by the Admissions/Financial Aid Office before the grant is awarded.
For additional terms and conditions, visit the LPN Care Grant page.
- A grant worth up to $2,000 to be equally divided across an eligible student’s first four (4) quarters in the Practical Nursing Diploma program.
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Students who have previously graduated from a Rasmussen degree program and begin in an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, MSN or Doctoral degree program may be eligible for the following toward their degree at Rasmussen University:
- A grant worth up to $3,000 will be equally divided quarterly throughout an eligible student’s first six (6) quarters in their program.
- Students will be billed at the standard tuition rate plus applicable fees before the grant is applied. Student is responsible for all applicable book fees.
- Eligibility will be verified by the Admissions/Financial Aid Office before the grant will be awarded.
- A grant worth up to $3,000 will be equally divided quarterly throughout an eligible student’s first six (6) quarters in their program.
- Program availability varies by state and campus. This scholarship is limited to a maximum amount of $500 applied at a rate of $125 per quarter for a maximum of 4 quarters. If the scholarship recipient transfers in credits from a previous college and has less than 4 quarters, the scholarship will terminate at the completion of the student’s program. Additionally, if the student enrolls in a program requiring less than 4 quarters of study, the scholarship will terminate at the completion of the program.
Nurses Make a Difference
Celebrate National Nurses Week May 2023
Appreciation for the Heart of Healthcare
As a nurse, you bring your own kind of strength to your work, and it spreads throughout the nursing profession and your community. With your caring heart, passion and expertise, you are truly making a difference every single day.
National Nurses Week is May 6–12, 2023, but let’s use the entire month to nourish your well-being and honor nurses everywhere.
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Improve Nursing Wellness
Boost the nation’s health one nurse at a time by joining the Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™ program.1 Make a health commitment and share successes with other nurses.
Join the challenge5-Minute Gratitude Break
Let the supporters and nurses in your life know how much you appreciate them with this e-card. It's free and no account setup is needed to say thank you.
Send a thank-youFind an Island of Calm
Night shift or daytime, take a gentle break that gives you a little more peace and strength. Try this "Yoga with Adriene" video, her way to honor nurses throughout the year.
Yoga for nursesNursing Excellence Award
Rasmussen Nursing students and faculty were nominated by their peers for the Rasmussen University Award for Nursing Excellence. These individuals were nominated because of their dedication to becoming skilled nurses or for their contributions to the whole nursing profession and healthcare fields. Help us in congratulating these outstanding Nursing students and faculty!
View the winners
"I have worked so hard to become the nurse I am today, and I can’t wait to see where the future takes me."
Lacey H.
Associate’s Degree in Nursing Graduate and 2022 Alumni Nightingale Award Recipient
Ways to Save on Your Nursing Program
National Nurses Week is also a great time to review your career path and consider going back to school. As a national leader in nursing education, Rasmussen University Nursing programs can meet you where you are—from a Practical Nursing Diploma through BSN, MSN and a doctoral degree. You’ll find advanced programs and multiple ways to make your education more manageable.
Connect with our dedicated team of admissions advisors who will walk you through every step to create a personalized education plan.
"All the people around me will stand up for their patients. I found strength speaking with the professionals and the faculty [at Rasmussen], talking about their experiences. And you need to rely on each other for support."
Skylar H.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Student
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16 Reasons EVERY Week Should be National Nurses Week
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