Nurses across the country are being celebrated this week with special offers including free food, significant discounts, and sweepstakes as part of National Nurses Week 2025, which began on Tuesday, May 6.
Often described as “unsung heroes,” nurses play a vital role in healthcare systems worldwide. The American Nurses Enterprise is highlighting this year’s theme, “The Power of Nurses,” recognizing both their essential contributions and the daily challenges they face in their profession.
Healthcare workers can take advantage of professional development opportunities during the celebration, with the American Nurses Association offering 25 percent savings on American Nurses Credentialing Center Certifications and Certification Preparation programs. Nurses can also enter the National Nurses Week Getaway Giveaway Sweepstakes for a chance to win a $4,500 grand prize.
Several restaurants and businesses are honoring nurses with special deals through May 12:
Chipotle is giving away up to $1 million in free burritos to 100,000 healthcare professionals who enter their promotion by May 12.
Tim Horton’s offers a buy-one-get-one-free donut deal through May 12, with nurses also eligible to receive six free donuts when purchasing a dozen.
At participating Applebee’s locations owned by Flynn Group, nurses can get a free appetizer (valued up to $12) with the purchase of an entrée when showing their ID through May 10.
Buffalo Wild Wings is providing a 20 percent discount for nurses with valid identification through May 11, applicable for dine-in, phone orders, or walk-ins.
Insomnia Cookies has a buy-one-get-one-free deal on Classic cookies for nurses with valid ID through May 11.
On May 8, grocery delivery service Gopuff is offering 10 percent off all orders delivered to hospitals.
Potbelly is treating nurses to a free cookie or regular-sized fountain drink with any entrée purchase through May 11 when showing ID in-store.
Smoothie King is giving nurses with valid ID a 20 percent discount on orders through May 8.
Salata Salad Kitchen offers healthcare workers 20 percent off meals in-restaurant with ID through May 9.
Online shoppers can find deals too, with Premier Protein offering 30 percent off their 6-Pack Shakes on Amazon using code NURSES30 until May 12. Eligible flavors include Chocolate, Vanilla, Café Latte and Caramel.
The National Nurses Week celebration concludes on May 12, so nurses should act quickly to take advantage of these special offers.
Everyone is encouraged to participate in recognizing these essential caregivers during this special week of appreciation.
