Information on Critical Care Transport Nurses Day celebrated annually on February 18.

Dear Members,

The Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association sponsors the annual Critical Care Transport Nurses Day
which takes place on February 18th each year. This day is a way to recognize the uniqueness of what we
do and the difference transport nurses make in the lives of their patients. Please use the letter template
www.astna.org/transport‐day‐main.html to seek the support of state and local officials for this day of
recognition.

We urge you to seek the support of your local and state officials as a way to recognize our chosen
profession of transport nursing.

Sincerely,
ASTNA Board of Directors

• Sample letter to send to your state's governor to proclaim this day
• Sample letter in rich text format
• Sample WHEREAS format
• List of state governors and how to contact them (Governors Website)