Self-sacrifice and devotion to duty were the bywords of the traditional nursing sister. Since the days of Florence Nightingale, these women have been instrumental in setting the standards of care for which our hospitals have been renowned. Their discipline of staff and attention to cleanliness was impressive. As one nurse pointed out, 'You could escape the eagle eye of matron, but you could never escape the close scrutiny of ward sister - she missed nothing.' Using first-hand as well as historical accounts, Peter Ardern ...
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Self-sacrifice and devotion to duty were the bywords of the traditional nursing sister. Since the days of Florence Nightingale, these women have been instrumental in setting the standards of care for which our hospitals have been renowned. Their discipline of staff and attention to cleanliness was impressive. As one nurse pointed out, 'You could escape the eagle eye of matron, but you could never escape the close scrutiny of ward sister - she missed nothing.' Using first-hand as well as historical accounts, Peter Ardern examines this important role in nursing, from the religious sisterhoods of the nineteenth century and the martinets of the early twentieth century to the modern ward sister of today, who has now taken over many jobs that were previously those of junior doctors. The job satisfaction, respect for authority, camaraderie, teamwork, as well as the many restrictions and sacrifices associated with the job, are also explored, often with the help of amusing anecdotes. This book is a tribute to the dedication of nursing sisters and the contribution they made, and continue to make, to both our hospitals and our health.
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