Obtain a proclamation from the mayor of your town proclaiming National Vascular Nurses Week.
Develop a calendar of events
Plan to honor your colleagues with a recognition award (certificate or plaque)
Solicit nominations for a special recognition and present the nominee with a plaque during a reception or dinner
Plan a special celebration lunch to network with your colleagues
Design a special poster that highlights the role of the vascular nurse and display at local hospitals or libraries
Invite local government officials to planned events
Write articles or letters to the editor about current nursing or healthcare topics affecting patients with vascular diseases
Ask local radio stations to make announcements during National Vascular Nurses Week
Use TV, radio, and newspaper community bulletin boards to announce your activities
Host a fundraiser (e.g., walk-a-thon) and donate the money to the Judith Troyer Caudle Memorial fund
Order and distribute the SVN patient education booklets and tear off sheets
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