International Nurses Day, celebrated anually on 12 May, is a World wide event intended to acknowlage the selfless dedication, service and vital contributions of nurses. This day commemorates the birth anniversary of florence Nightengale (1820-1910), who transformed the field of modern nursing. Around the world norses act as the foundation of healthcare system, offering compassionate, ongoing and holistic care in hospitals, clinics, homes, and areas effected by diasaters.