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NOVA'S HISTORY
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The Nurses Organization of Veterans Affairs was formed in 1980 by nurses at Hines, Illinois in response to PL 96-330 giving VA doctors a large pay increase without any change in nurses salaries or any nursing input. In 1982, NOVA spoke at an oversight hearing and this was the first time a VA Registered Nurse gave testimony to Congress. Also in 1982, NOVA testified before the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs. Since it's inception, NOVA has become our voice in Congress with an emphasis on legislative affairs that speaks for our veterans and the nurses employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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In July of 1987, NOVA focused on healthcare programs for women veterans, wellness and disease prevention. Also in 1987, Saturday Premium Pay was passed and NOVA's annual meeting was changed to the spring when Congress is in session. The Nurse Pay Act of 1990, PL 101-366 was passed, and in 1991 NOVA spent time trying to amend the law due to problems implementing the locality pay system (LPS).
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In 1993, NOVA again focused on healthcare programs for women veterans, wellness and disease prevention. In 1996, NOVA developed a mission statement "Shaping and influencing professional nursing practice within the Department of Veterans Affairs". HR 3118 was signed by President Clinton which included the provision allowing VA Registered Nurses to work outside the VA for pay. In 1997, NOVA launched "Legislatively Speaking", a new communication tool for NOVA members.
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In 2005, NOVA turned 25. In celebration of our twenty-fifth anniversary as a professional nursing organization, let's remember these 25 reasons why you are appreciated every day. It is because you provide:
A Healing Touch....A Kind Word....Gentle Hands....Daily Miracles....A Caring Heart....Comfort to the Sick....Courage to the Fearful....Strength to the Weary....A Bright Outlook....Grace Under Pressure....A Warm Smile....Unending Patience....Reassurance....A Hand to Hold....Compassion....Hope....Support....Skill....A Can-Do Attitude....Helpful Advice....An Inspiring Example....A Sympathetic Ear....Acceptance....An Invaluable Service for Our Nation's Heroes....More than Mere Words Can Tell!
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NEW!!
Now Available -- the complete, detailed history of NOVA!
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