May 6 marks the beginning of NURSES' Week.

It is often stated that Nurses are the backbone of the hospital. At NAGE, we know that not only are NURSES the backbone, they ARE the HEART and SOUL.

Just as NURSES' Week rapidly approaches, it will pass quickly --- Let us not forgot or take for granted the great value YOU do throughout the entire year, your career, and your lifetime.

In a recent conversation with NAGE National President, Dave Holway, about Nurses, he is quoted:

"Nurses deserve more recognition as healers. Ask anyone who’s ever had a great nurse or trusted a family member to the care of nurses. Their devotion to their patients and constant interaction with them is as vital to patient wellbeing as any prescription or procedure. During National Nurses Week, let’s thank the nurses who have cared for our loved ones and stand up for them the way they stand up for us".

NAGE takes honor in serving the NURSES of many of our nation's VA facilities.

NAGE Local R 3-19 is extremely proud to be an integral part of protecting the rights of VAMHCS Nurses