Camden and Campbelltown Hospitals took the opportunity to recognise nurses and midwives for their commitment to patient care and clinical excellence during International Nurses and Midwives Day celebrations on Friday.
Camden and Campbelltown Hospitals Director of Nursing and Midwifery Karen Kenmir said the celebrations highlight the outstanding contribution that nurses make to health care.
“Nurses and midwives are educated and dynamic advocates for patient care and really have the ability to make a difference in someone’s life,” Ms Kenmir said.
“They are at the forefront of patient care and treatment, from the moment the patient arrives at the hospital until well after they are transferred back into the community.
“The day also gives nurses and midwives the opportunity to reflect on their achievements and feel proud to contribute to such a highly valued and respected profession,” she said.
The role of nurses has changed significantly over the years, Ms Kenmir said.
[social_quote duplicate=”no” align=”default”]“Nursing roles are more specialised than they have ever been – very different from Florence Nightingale’s days.[/social_quote]
“For me, International Nurses Day is about recognising all the hard work that this dedicated group of staff do for our community.
“The staff are committed to providing excellent care and this is one day where we acknowledge and celebrate that commitment,” she said.
Celebrations for International Nurses Day were combined with International Day of the Midwife to recognise all nurses and midwives at Campbelltown and Camden Hospital.
Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals each had a lunch served by the executive staff.
As part of the celebrations, midwives celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Maternity Unit at Campbelltown Hospital last week with an afternoon tea including past midwives, mothers and babies.
International Nurses Day is officially held on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale who is recognised as the founder of modern nursing.
The theme for this year’s event is improving health system’s resilience.
