Schakowsky, Joyce Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing National CRNA Week
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Dave Joyce (R-OH) introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) Week. Since 2000, the last week of January has been known as "National CRNA Week," a time to honor the heroic work and expertise of CRNAs and Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs). The nearly 60,000 practicing nursing anesthetists in the U.S. devote countless hours each year to saving lives and advancing patient care. This resolution honors CRNA's hard work and commitment to the well-being of Americans.
"Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists are a key component of our health care system, administering more than 50 million anesthetics to patients each year in the U.S.," said Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. "CRNAs have provided safe, quality patient care since the Civil War, and have continued to serve on the frontlines as we battle COVID-19. I am so appreciative of the over 1,900 CRNAs in my home state of Illinois, many of whom are the sole anesthetic provider in their county. I am proud to reintroduce this resolution with Congressman Joyce to honor Student and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists nationwide for their service and their continued care."
“Certified registered nurse anesthetists have played a critical role, ensuring that safe and timely anesthesia care can be provided to Americans during a time of national emergency,” said Congressman Dave Joyce. “I am honored to co-lead this important resolution alongside Congresswoman Schakowsky to celebrate and recognize the vital contributions CRNAs make every day throughout health systems in Ohio and across the United States.”
“Today, nearly 60,000 CRNAs deliver anesthesia to millions of patients in all different types of settings, from hospitals to our nation’s military,” said AANA President Angela Mund, DNP, CRNA. “We are grateful for the recognition received by the U.S. House of Representatives toward CRNAs and will continue to provide the highest levels of care to the communities we serve.”
Since the Civil War, CRNAs have served patients in combat zones and continue today in operating rooms, surgical centers, and more. CRNAs are highly educated and skilled anesthesia experts who deliver specialized care to all patients – from infants to seniors.
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