The President of India recently presented the National Florence Nightingale Awards for the year 2024.
About National Florence Nightingale Award:
- The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India established the award in 1973.
- It honours outstanding nursing personnel working in Central, State/UTs, and voluntary organizations.
- The award recognizes meritorious services nurses and nursing professionals provide to society.
- Nurses working in hospital, community settings, educational, or administrative roles are eligible for the award.
- Each award comprises a Certificate of Merit, a Cash Award of Rs. 1,00,000/-, and a medal.
About Florence Nightingale:
- Florence Nightingale was an English social reformer, statistician, and the founder of modern nursing.
- She became renowned during the Crimean War, where she managed and trained nurses to care for wounded soldiers in Constantinople.
- Nightingale’s work in formalizing nursing education led her to establish the first scientifically based nursing school at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London.
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Frequently Asked Question:
What are the National Florence Nightingale Awards?
These awards recognize outstanding contributions of nurses and nursing professionals across various sectors in India.
What do recipients of the National Florence Nightingale Awards receive?
Awardees receive a Certificate of Merit, a cash prize of Rs. 1,00,000, and a medal.
Who is eligible for the National Florence Nightingale Awards?
Nurses in hospitals, community settings, educational, or administrative roles in government or voluntary organizations are eligible.
How has Florence Nightingale influenced modern healthcare?
Florence Nightingale formalized nursing education and established the first scientifically based nursing school, significantly improving healthcare standards.