[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 54 (Wednesday, April 13, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E703]
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                      HONORING OUR NATION'S NURSES

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 13, 2011

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the vital 
contributions made by our nation's nurses and call attention to the 
quality healthcare services that nurses provide to patients within my 
district and across the nation. As the largest group of health 
professionals, nurses serve among healthcare providers on the front 
lines of our delivery system.
  Whether in a school, a physician's office, or a hospital setting, 
nurses provide the personal attention that is necessary for their 
patients.
  I commend the great commitment that these educated and qualified 
nurses consistently give to their profession and to their patients, 
despite the challenges they face. Recently, I had the opportunity to 
meet with a registered school nurse, Susan Voss, from Elk Grove 
Village, Illinois. She came to our nation's Capitol as part of the 
Nurse in Washington Internship Program to share her own experiences in 
the healthcare field.
  In our meeting, Ms. Voss spoke passionately about her work and the 
students she serves. The devotion she has towards her profession is 
extraordinary. Every day, Susan drives over one hundred miles to help 
students and faculty with their routine treatments. In addition to her 
daily duties, she assists and monitors students with special needs. Her 
love for nursing and her dedication make her a powerful advocate for 
the nursing profession.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in applauding Ms. Voss and nurses 
throughout the U.S. that help deliver quality healthcare services to 
American families.

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