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P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, nurses share core values, standards of practice and a commitment to improving the
health and well-being of their patients; and
WHEREAS, the depth and breadth of the nursing profession meets the different and emerging
healthcare needs of the American population in a wide range of settings; and
WHEREAS, the American Nurses Association, as the voice for nurses of this country, is working
to chart a course for a healthy nation that relies on increasing delivery of primary and preventative
health care; and
WHEREAS, the knowledge and understanding that nurses demonstrate is vital to the quality
care they provide; and
WHEREAS, St. David’s Georgetown Hospital wishes to pay special tribute to nurses working at
the hospital; and
WHEREAS, the Georgetown City Council wishes to pay special tribute to all nurses living and
working in the Georgetown community and extend our sincere appreciation for their ongoing
dedication and commitment to the profession.
NOW, THEREFORE, I GEORGE GARVER, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN,
TEXAS, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM:
May 6-12, 2013 as “NURSES WEEK” in the City of Georgetown, Texas, and urge all
citizens to show their appreciation of nurses and commend them for choosing such a
dutiful and respected profession.
PROCLAIMED this 7th day of May 2013.
NURSES WEEK - MAY 6-12, 2013