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DE HCR1
Concurrent Resolution
Status
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Melissa Minor-Brown
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AI Summary
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Delaware has 29,362 active nursing licenses, and nurses have been ranked as the most trusted profession by the Gallup poll for 23 consecutive years
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The resolution formally recognizes nurses' significant contributions as frontline healthcare workers and affirms the importance of basic protections and rights for the profession
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References the National Nurses Bill of Rights as outlining fundamental rights that support nurses in providing safe, effective, and ethical care
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Calls for the General Assembly, Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, nursing associations, healthcare facilities, and other stakeholders to collaborate in identifying and upholding nurses' rights statewide
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Emphasizes the need for supportive work environments that respect nurses' rights to enhance quality of patient care for Delaware citizens
Legislative Description
Recognizing The Importance Of The Nursing Profession And Supporting Nurses Rights In Delaware.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 1 ABSENT 2 VACANT
1/16/2025