History of the Black Band

The black band has long been the symbol of the nursing profession, representing the compassion, commitment, and competence integral to our profession; recognizing the pioneering work of Florence Nightingale. I hope this black band traditionally displayed on the nursing cap will serve as a recognizable symbol of the nursing profession to our clients, co-workers, and the public at large. A historic symbol to proudly wear celebrating our heritage and moving it into the future.
Nurses Cap