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Nursing is a Career

Heroes Remember

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In every profession there's an independent, there's an independence, an interdependence and a dependance, and that changes periodically. I don't think we've got the message out that, that we do not, we're not there to, to be physician's handmaidens at all and, its been to our detriment. It's strange that I hear today, physicians say patient care and they attribute patient care to themselves. There's no physician I've ever known in forty-five years of nursing who's ever done patient care. That is nursing! And now they're encroaching on nursing! So, you know, lets get the facts on the table here, and it's time it's high time nurses made this very clear, became more assertive, became more, outspoken, and made it very clear that, that they have their own profession thank you very much, and it has nothing to do with medicine.
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Mrs. Robinson offers comments about how important and distinct the career of a nurse can be.

Shirley Robinson

Shirley Robinson was born in Bruce County Ontario on April 22, 1932. She found the idea of joining the military to be very exciting. She had a successful career which saw her move through many positions in both the operational and administrative side of the forces. Upon her retirement, Shirley Robinson was actively involved in initiatives to further the cause of women’s rights.

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Medium:
Video
Owner:
Veterans Affairs Canada
Duration:
01:17
Person Interviewed:
Shirley Robinson
Branch:
Air Force
Rank:
Lieutenant-Colonel
Occupation:
Nursing Officer

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