House Resolution No. ___ commends Diane Nolten on her retirement after a distinguished nursing career spanning over four decades. A 1979 graduate of Northwestern State University, Ms. Nolten began her career as a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Schumpert Medical Center, where she provided compassionate care to vulnerable patients and their families. In 2006, she transitioned to the role of Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, where she played a crucial role in coordinating complex surgical care and mentoring nursing staff. Her expertise has been recognized in academic literature, particularly for her contributions to pediatric genetics and patient support.

The resolution highlights Ms. Nolten's significant achievements, including her involvement in a high-profile medical case that provided life-changing craniofacial surgery to a child from Gaza, which garnered international attention. Additionally, she was featured in a Shriners Hospital spotlight video celebrating her dedication to pediatric patients. The House of Representatives expresses its deep appreciation for her contributions to nursing and wishes her well in her future endeavors post-retirement.