From the Desk of the President: Honoring America's Nurses
Thursday, May 6, 2010(National Federation of Federal Employees)
Brothers and
Sisters,
May 6 is National Nurses
Day, beginning a week of celebration for all
Americans to remember and honor the service of
all nurses throughout our great nation. Their
dedication and selfless service in caring for
our elderly, our ill, our injured and our
wounded warriors returning from Afghanistan and
Iraq is nothing short of remarkable. Through
the course of our lives, it can be said that at
some point in time a nurse has offered each of
us comfort, a kind word, a reassuring look,
expecting nothing in return. In our
hour of need, they answer the call to take care
of us and help us back to wellness. Theirs
is a noble occupation of service to those in
need.
The National Federation of Federal Employees is privileged to represent numerous women and men in the Veterans Administration (VA) and Indian Health Service (IHS) who serve as nurses in VA and IHS hospitals and facilities across this nation. The tireless dedication of VA nurses caring for our veterans and returning soldiers makes it possible for these patriots and heroes to have an opportunity to regain their health and well-being and to begin to rebuild their lives. Likewise the dedication of IHS nursing personnel provides essential healthcare services for Native Americans. The impact these nurses have on their patients cannot be measured by words alone; nor can mere words do justice to the debt of gratitude each of us owes the nursing staff and professionals throughout the VA and IHS.
It is with pride that I
am honored to be able to express our sincere
appreciation and thanks to our brothers and
sisters working in VA and IHS hospitals and
facilities across this nation. I am humbled by
their contributions. Their efforts truly make a
difference in people’s lives.
Fraternally,
William R. Dougan