September 8 is Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses’ Day
Established in 2010 by the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON), Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses’ Day is celebrated each year on September 8. We salute all pediatric hematology/oncology nurses on this day for their life-long commitment to children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer or blood disorders and their families.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month, and what a fine complement to that month, should we establish a day recognizing those nurses who care for the day-to-day needs of children with cancer and blood disorders, guiding families through the most difficult circumstances anyone can experience.
Message from President Dyane Bunnell DNP, APRN, AOCNS, CPON®, NPD-BC
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day Posters
Encourage your colleagues to celebrate with you! Download and print these posters for your break room, office, community boards, and more!
Ways to Celebrate
Photo Submissions
APHON HQ wants to celebrate with YOU! Tag APHON social media accounts as you share how you’re celebrating our nurse heroes! Use the hashtag #PediatricHematologyOcologyNursesDay
Recognition within your institution
Promote Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses’ Day within the institution and support your local chapter. Download this year’s poster, display celebratory balloons, and share a special treat.
Express Gratitude
Show appreciation to nurses who exemplify the essence of what it takes to provide the highest standard of practice and care to the pediatric, adolescent, and young adult communities.
Grow the APHON Community
Share the gift of being an APHON member. Encourage pediatric hematology and oncology nurses to join APHON and support them in their professional and leadership development.
Practice self-care
Improve your health in all areas on this day! This includes mental health, physical activity, nutrition, rest, quality of life, and safety.
Local Media Recognition
Have Pediatric Nurses’ Day recognized in media outlets. Whether that’s your local tv or radion station or newspaper.