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10 Most Influential Female Nurses of All Time
NursingLink
July 29, 2008
Nurses impact lives every day. But once in a while, a nurse comes along who touches the lives of the world, and not just her patients. These women went above and beyond for the field of nursing. They served in wars, broke down racial barriers, and campaigned for women’s rights. They have become role models for women everywhere, not just nurses. However, nurses can be especially proud to share a title with these 10 ladies.
7. Ellen Dougherty
Ellen Dougherty, of New Zealand, was the first Registered Nurse in the world. New Zealand was the first country to initiate the Nurse Registration Act that allowed for legal registration of nurses prior to completion of training. Dougherty trained at the Wellington Hospital and was the matron at Palmerston North Hospital.
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over 3 years ago
Let's continue to honor and credit the contributions of African American nurses.
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over 3 years ago
And I must add all the nurses that make it their mission to devote their lives to the caring of others. Let's celebrate together.
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over 3 years ago
Go Florence! (well, she's the only one I'm familiar with)
harpgal1
almost 4 years ago
2 comments
Sanger?? Don't disgrace those of us who feel life is a gift from God by putting her on this list. She was the start of what is today a multimillion dollar industry-abortion of human life. If I remember my Florence Nightingale pledge, as well as the Hippocratic oath of MD's, we are to nurture, aid, protect and first--DO NO HARM.
BlueGrassNurse
almost 4 years ago
14 comments
what about the guys? haha just kidding.
Lets hear it for these wonderful women!
Owati
almost 4 years ago
24 comments
I love Florence Nightingale.
Owati
almost 4 years ago
24 comments
I love Florence Nightingale.
lpn38555
almost 4 years ago
2 comments
I agree with Humhoney2006 - Sanger doesn't belong on this list. Where are the ethics in killing and misinformation? She is right up there with Hitler.
Jazzy_Future_Nurse
almost 4 years ago
342 comments
My favorite is Mary Eliza Mahoney. She is a very inspirational person.
aspiringnurse
almost 4 years ago
10 comments
Very inspiring role models. I am glad they have been recognized for their contribution to society and the world at large.
savittieri
almost 4 years ago
10 comments
I knew what I wanted to be at the age of 10 and I would frequently tell my Mom that I was going to be a nurse when I grew up love nursing and I have been practing for 32 years and I woud not trade those 32 years for anything.
erincas
almost 4 years ago
46 comments
All deserve their spot in history but to me Florence Nightingale is the one I look up to the most :-)
YogaNurse
almost 4 years ago
4 comments
I also vote for Jean Watson, please, the Queen of Caring.
www.yoganurse.com
Humhoney2006
over 4 years ago
6 comments
Sanger is the only one who doesn't belong on this list. Although there was good that came from her work with birthcontrol, the negative side is the millions of aborted unborn children. On a scale, one cancels out the other.
wiyuna
over 4 years ago
126 comments
i like florence nightingale ^^