Anne Marie Rafferty
Nurse and academic focusing on healthcare
An influential figure in nursing and healthcare education, significant contributions include advancing nursing practice and education standards. Served as a professor and engaged in extensive research to improve nursing outcomes. Contributed to various health policy developments and worked on projects addressing the nursing workforce and educational frameworks. Received recognition for efforts in promoting nursing as a vital component of healthcare systems.
Contributed to healthcare policy development
Advanced nursing education standards
Published research improving nursing outcomes
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