Tri-Council, NCC mark National Nurses Week

AONL joined with other members of the Tri-Council for Nursing in releasing a letter marking National Nurses Week 2019. This year’s theme “4 Million Reasons to Celebrate” highlights the 4-million strong nursing workforce. The letter encourages nurses to use this week of recognition to elevate the profession and acknowledge the diverse roles nurses play in public health, health care and health policy. The Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) hosted a reception for members of Congress on May 7. AONL board member Simmy King, DNP, RN, who spoke about nursing informatics, was among several nurses who explained the important roles nurses play throughout the continuum of care. An inspirational video and an interactive timeline showcasing nursing’s history are available on the AONL National Nurses Week webpage.