Bill > SR0115

This resolution declares the week of January 19 through January 25, 2025 as CRNA Week in Illinois to honor Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), who are advanced practice registered nurses that have provided anesthesia care in the United States for over 150 years. The resolution highlights the critical roles CRNAs play in healthcare, including serving as primary anesthesia providers in rural and underserved communities, practicing in diverse medical settings like surgical suites, delivery rooms, and specialized medical offices, and providing specialized care for patients ranging from newborns to seniors. The resolution emphasizes that CRNAs are highly qualified professionals who can make independent judgments about anesthesia care based on their extensive education, training, board certification, and licensure, and are particularly noted for their expertise in critical care nursing and their compassionate approach to patient care. By designating this specific week, the resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the significant contributions of CRNAs to the healthcare system in Illinois.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=115&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104