Bill > J00026

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 19-25, 2025, as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Week in New York State, recognizing the critical role of these healthcare professionals. CRNAs are advanced practice registered nurses who have completed graduate-level education and national certification in anesthesia care, with a rich history dating back to the Civil War when nurses first provided anesthesia to wounded soldiers. The resolution highlights their significant contributions, including safely administering approximately 43 million anesthetics annually, serving as primary anesthesia providers in rural America, and working in diverse medical settings such as hospitals, surgical centers, and military facilities. By acknowledging CRNAs' expertise, dedication, and essential role in healthcare, the resolution aims to honor these professionals who have been providing high-quality, cost-effective anesthesia care for over 150 years, and encourages the Governor to formally recognize their important work through an official proclamation.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J26