A GALLOWAY nurse has received a top honour from the Royal College of Nursing.
Vanessa Martin was granted the award of merit on Sunday June 5 after her talents were recognised and rewarded.
The 77-year-old worked as a clinical nurse specialist focused on cleft services, including establishing the first education programme for nursing children with clefts.
In retirement, she has worked as a secretary for the RCN for five years before being nominated and subsequently winning the highest honour bestowed to members for service to the RCN.
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Julie Lamberth, Chair of the RCN Scotland board said: “Nursing is in Vanessa’s blood.
“Having had a highly successful career, she has taken her energy and enthusiasm for the profession into retirement and is a true credit to the College.
“I’m delighted that Vanessa’s commitment has been recognised with the Award of Merit.”
Vanessa Martin said: “I am truly honoured to receive this award and recognition from RCN.
“It’s been a privilege to work with and support nursing colleagues in the Dumfries and Galloway branch to encourage them to engage with the College and speak up for our profession.
“We are a team and I have received a great deal of support myself from nursing colleagues and the RCN.”