88R7136 AMB-D
By: Springer S.R. No. 53
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Casey Cox, a nursing professional at Baylor Scott
and White Medical Center - Plano, has been named one of the 25
Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022 by the Texas Nurses Association;
and
WHEREAS, This prestigious award recognizes registered nurses
across the state who have distinguished themselves as resourceful
and innovative frontline heroes during an unprecedented public
health crisis while helping to ensure a culture of compassionate
care at the institutions they serve; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cox is being honored for his exemplary efforts
in leading a clinical team initiative for the administration of
monoclonal infusion therapies during the COVID-19 pandemic; up to
50 therapies were given per day, and the hospital infusion center
provided more than 2,800 monoclonal treatments overall;
additionally, he helped set up COVID testing for pre-operative
patients on weekends and curbside testing for those with mobility
issues; and
WHEREAS, The Outstanding Texas Nurses award brings
well-deserved recognition to individuals who have gone above and
beyond to serve their patients and their communities, and it is a
privilege to join in commending Casey Cox for his exceptional
contributions to his profession; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby congratulate Casey Cox on his selection as one of the Texas
Nurses Association 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022 and extend
to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his important
work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Cox as an expression of high regard by the Texas
Senate.