Media Release: 1 July 2009

Australia’s chief nurse wins ICN presidency

The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) today warmly congratulated Rosemary Bryant - Australia’s Chief Nurse and Midwifery officer - on her appointment as President of the International Council of Nurses (ICN).

Lee Thomas ANF Assistant Federal Secretary said Rosemary’s appointment was great news and an honour for Australian nurses.

“Throughout her extensive and significant career, Rosemary Bryant has worked to maintain and develop excellence in nursing. She is a great choice for the position and it is a reflection of the international standing of Australia and Australian nurses,” Ms Thomas said.

The ANF looks forward to continuing a strong relationship with Rosemary, working together on issues that are vital to nurses and international health care.

“Australian nurses will now be officially represented in international nursing forums by their Chief Nurse and Midwifery Officer who is also the President of the ICN. This is a significant development for nurses and one we are very pleased about,” Ms Thomas said.

The ANF anticipates the appointment will facilitate greater Australian nursing input to current international health reform and debate.

“Australian nurses deliver a high level of quality health care and the international respect we are achieving is reflected through this significant appointment,” Ms Thomas said.

 

Media Contacts
Lee Thomas, ANF Assistant Federal Secretary, 0419 576 590
Libby Muir, ANF Communications Officer, 0413 834 979

 

The ANF, with 170,000 members, is the professional and industrial voice for nurses and midwives in Australia.