MI HR0289

Declares May 6-12, 2016, as Nurses Week in Michigan, coinciding with National Nurses Week and Florence Nightingale's birthday on May 12.

Recognizes nurses as the largest segment of the healthcare workforce and commends their commitment to safe, high-quality patient care and patient advocacy.

Acknowledges increasing demand for nursing services due to population aging, life-sustaining technology development, home care service growth, and expanded healthcare access.

Honors nurses' work serving vulnerable populations including the elderly, disabled, injured, economically disadvantaged, and urges Michigan residents to show respect and gratitude year-round.

Affirms that supporting nurses' ability to provide safe care and maintaining a thriving nursing workforce is a concern for all Michigan residents.