Here’s your chance to discuss this issue with U.S Rep. Jan Schakowski.

From Value care, Value nurses:

“To celebrate Nurses Week, we’re holding a national nurse conference call this Monday, May 7th at 12:30pm ET. The call will feature U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who will be discussing her federal nurse-to-patient ratio bill that’s being introduced in Congress and taking questions from callers. For more info, please check out our site at www.valuecarevaluenurses.org.

Instructions on How to Join:

The number to dial is (888) 428-4478. There is no access code for this call. When you call, you will be greeted by a live AT&T operator. You will then be asked to say the name of the call you’re joining. Respond by saying you’re joining the Nurse Conference Call. The operator will ask for your name and location. Then you’ll be patched through to the call.”

A worthwhile way to celebrate nurses week while eating your hospital provided sheet cake that says “We luv our nurses!” You can even take notes with your hospital provided “National Nurses Week 2007” cheap-ass pen.