Texas House Bill HR2648

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 5/26/09
• Refer: 5/27/09
• Enrolled: 6/4/09
• Passed: 6/4/09

Caption

Congratulating Cynthia Carter of Waxahachie on being named a Fort Worth Business Press HealthCare Hero.

Impact

The recognition of Cynthia Carter through HR2648 not only honors her personal achievements but also emphasizes the vital role healthcare educators play in nurturing future generations of healthcare professionals. This resolution sheds light on the essential link between education and healthcare quality, signaling to lawmakers and the community the importance of support for nursing education and training programs. Such recognitions can foster greater appreciation and potentially lead to enhanced funding or resources for nursing programs and educational initiatives across the state.

Summary

HR2648 is a resolution that congratulates Cynthia Carter of Waxahachie for being named a Fort Worth Business Press HealthCare Hero. The resolution acknowledges her outstanding commitment to healthcare education and her significant role as a clinical instructor, having taught over 1,000 nurses during her 34-year career. As the director of education at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, she is credited with training all nurses and coordinating various educational programs that bridge students with real-world healthcare experience. The resolution highlights her contributions in mentoring students from local schools about the nursing profession and hand hygiene, reinforcing the importance of early community engagement.

Contention

While the bill itself is celebratory in nature and does not contain provisions that could lead to contention, it reflects broader discussions about the state’s healthcare education policies. One notable point of discussion might involve how to sustain and enhance nursing education amid evolving healthcare demands. By recognizing individuals like Carter, it highlights the societal and legislative responsibility to address the needs of healthcare education and to support those who contribute significantly to the healthcare workforce.