There remains great concern in many countries regarding the adequacy of currently available medical resources and supplies to combat COVID‐19 effectively. This situation makes the quality and number of nurses even more critical. In Taiwan, the quick response and high vigilance of the CECC have been essential to containing COVID‐19. The fight against COVID‐19 requires the participation of all, including the government, healthcare workforce and the public. Nurses comprise over half of the health workforce worldwide and have the mindset and professional training necessary to effectively combat COVID‐19.