State Representatives Viola Davis and Angie O’Steen will recognize Nurses Day at the Georgia State Capitol on March 11, honoring more than 170,000 registered nurses across Georgia for their contributions to community health.
The event aims to highlight the essential role nurses play in protecting the well-being of citizens throughout the state. Both representatives are registered nurses with decades of experience, and they say this recognition is important for acknowledging the dedication and skill of nursing professionals.
“Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system,” said Rep. Davis, who has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. “As someone who has served patients at the bedside and in critical care, I understand firsthand the dedication, compassion and skill nurses bring to every community in Georgia. Recognizing Nurses Day at the Capitol allows us to honor their service and acknowledge the essential role they play in protecting the health and dignity of our citizens.”
Rep. O’Steen also spoke about her own background as a nurse: “Our nurses provide extraordinary care every day in hospitals, clinics, schools and homes across Georgia,” she said. “Their commitment to patient safety, compassion and excellence strengthens our healthcare system and improves the lives of families throughout our state. I became a registered nurse almost 30 years ago, so it is an honor for us and the entire Georgia House to recognize their dedication and value to our great state.”
Earlier this year, Davis introduced House Resolution 1466 designating March 11 as Nurses Day at the Capitol. The resolution acknowledges support from organizations such as the Georgia Nurses Association for advocating safe patient care statewide. It also notes increasing demand for nursing services due to an aging population, expanded home health care needs, and calls for improved access to primary and preventative care.
Members of the nursing profession are invited by Davis and O’Steen to visit the Capitol on March 11 to meet with legislators and showcase their work across Georgia.
Burns, a Republican, was elected to represent Georgia’s 159th House District in 2005 after Ray Holland stepped down according to available records.
