Nurses, You Make a Difference
During May, we celebrate the impact and dedication of more than 5 million nurses across the nation. Thank you to all nurses—past, present and future. We honor your commitment, resilience and vast contributions. You make a difference in our lives, families and communities.
No matter where you are in your nursing career, Wilkes is here to support you.
What Are You Interested In?
Resources for Nurses
As a dedicated nurse or student, it can be difficult to juggle the demands of work, loved ones and your own life. That’s why we have put together some resources to inspire you.
Complete Guide to Nursing Self-Care in 2026
As we celebrate Nurses Month, we honor your care and compassion for others. Remember to take care of yourself, too! Read some ways you can incorporate self-care into your daily routine.
Educational Initiatives in Honor of Edith Cavell: Investing in Our Nurses, Investing in Our Future
Learn how Edith Cavell's legacy inspires modern nursing education, fostering compassion, equity, and innovation for future healthcare.
Nurses Week Deals & Discounts for 2026
National Nurses Week has been a time of celebration and recognition for decades. From free milkshakes to deeply discounted scrubs, we’ve compiled a list of nurse discounts available from May, 2026.
What is a Post Master’s Certificate and Why Should I Get One?
Let’s go over what a post-master’s certificate in nursing is, the basic types of certificates available, and the possible benefits of pursuing one.
Nurse Deals & Discounts
Did you know some companies offer nurses exclusive discounts? From free burritos to discounts on cellular service, have a look at some of the top deals during Nurses Month.
Fashion & Accessories
- Calvin Klein: 20% off select items
- Crocs:15% off all full-priced styles
- Fruit of the Loom: 10% off frames
- Levi’s: 10% discount
- Under Armour: 20% off for nurses
- Vera Bradley: 10% off orders
Self-Care & Fitness
- Adidas: Up to 30% off & exclusive discounts
- ASICS: 30% off on certain products
- E.L.F. Cosmetics: 25% off purchases over $30
- Geologie: 50% off first order, then 30% for life
- Lulumon: 15% off online and in-store purchases
Food
- Dunkin’ Donuts: free or discounted beverages and treats at Dunkin’ locations during Nurses Week
- Carrabba’s Italian Grill: 10% order discount
- Green Chef: 55% off first box + free shipping, and 15% OFF all your other boxes over the next year
- Outback Steakhouse: 10% off for medical staff off their check, all day, everyday
- Thrive Market: enjoy a free membership for an entire year and shop for groceries online.
- Olipop: a healthier soda that supports digestive health, offers 12% off through ID.me for nurses.
Travel
- Marriott Hotels: 15% off
- Hotwire: 10% off
- Sixt Rental Cars: up to 25% discount on online car rentals
Travel
- For more deals and discounts, you can visit ID.me and select the ‘Nurse’ filter.
Celebrating Nursing Students & Faculty
Whether you’re a full-time nurse or dreaming of career advancement, your time is valuable. See what Wilkes students and faculty are saying!
You really do make a difference in people’s lives.”
–Dr. Deborah Zbegner
Dean
We have higher-than-average certification rates in all of our nurse practitioner programs, and our students go out into the workforce, secure jobs, and do very well.
Dr. Patricia Sweeney , Associate Professor of Nursing
When it comes to clinical placement, many schools don't offer clinical placement, and it is a hassle. So that was really a plus. [Wilkes] really did assist me with placement, making sure I was matched with the clinical site that also met my own values and my own goals.
Kathy Eyegue-Sandy, Post-Graduate/APRN Certificate - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wilkes University completely prepared me for the boards, and I passed the first time. Wilkes has been an amazing experience for me. It made me what I am today.
Dr. Dawn Ramsay, Post-Graduate/APRN Certificate - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Placement support, I cannot say anything bad about it. It was awesome. They communicated back and forth with me to let me know where they were with the placement. They found the placement for me. It was just seamless. The semesters that I needed to get my hours were stress-free because I knew where I was going to go, and it just worked out. It was awesome.
Ashika Dickerson , Post-Graduate/APRN Certificate | Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
It’s so easy to reach faculty members if you have a question or need to be taken care of. They were so supportive, and actually exemplify good leadership that we are looking forward to promoting in the nursing field.
Patrick Ondieki Machuki, Online MSN Program Graduate | 2025
I chose Wilkes because it has great reviews. They are certified and I wanted to make sure I get a school that was accredited. I liked the fact that I did not have specific login times.
Hannah Max Deah , Online MSN Program Graduate | 2025
Wilkes definitely exceeded my expectations. They are so passionate about their learning here. The staff work really well with schedules. The faculty here are fantastic with helping you walk through it. It's a family, it's great.
Susan Brannigan, Online MSN Program Graduate | 2025
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