The winner of the Gobnait O’Connell award was Anne McGowan. Anne works as a clinical nurse specialist in cardiac rehabilitation at Sligo General Hospital.
She was nominated for this award by her nursing colleagues in the INMO’s Sligo Branch. Anne is a stalwart of the Sligo Branch and is a most deserving winner. Those who know her will readily agree, her energy is boundless, her enthusiasm never ending and her professionalism unquestionable. She served on the Organisation’s Executive Council and was second vice president from 2010-2012.
Speaking on Anne’s award, Maura Hickey, IRO said: “This is an award long overdue to Anne in recognition of all her years of service and dedication to the INMO.”
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Gobnait O’Connell AwardPictured at the annual delegate conference in Kilkenny last month were (l-r):Claire Mahon, INMO president; Anne McGowan, recipient of the Gobnait O’Connell Award; and Liam Doran, INMO general secretary |
The award is presented annually in memory of Gobnait O’Connell, who died tragically in a car accident some years ago, in recognition of her contribution to nursing and midwifery in Ireland. This award is given every year to a local representative who has given great service to the Organisation in a manner which seeks to enhance the interests and welfare of their local colleagues.
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ADC - Cardiac nurse wins Gobnait O’Connell award |