Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0816

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/10/24
• Engrossed: 2/22/24
• Refer: 2/26/24

Caption

A RESOLUTION designating January 21-27, 2024, as "Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists' Week" in Tennessee.

Impact

By recognizing 'Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists' Week', the resolution highlights the crucial role that CRNAs play in healthcare delivery, especially in providing cost-effective and specialized care. This designation is expected to enhance public awareness regarding the capabilities and responsibilities of CRNAs, as well as their contribution to patient safety and quality healthcare.

Summary

SJR0816 is a resolution that designates January 21-27, 2024, as 'Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists' Week' in Tennessee. The resolution seeks to honor and recognize the contributions of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), who have been providing anesthesia care in the United States for over 150 years. It emphasizes the importance of these healthcare professionals in delivering anesthesia across various medical settings, including hospitals and surgical centers, particularly in rural and underserved communities.

Contention

While resolutions of this nature are typically non-controversial, the significance of CRNAs in the healthcare system is sometimes debated, particularly concerning their scope of practice and the roles they fulfill compared to anesthesiologists. However, SJR0816 functions mainly as a celebration rather than a legislative change, aiming to foster appreciation rather than prompting contention within healthcare circles.