Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Anne Snoddy who is based in the ED (Emergency Department) of the Ulster Hospital has clocked up a remarkable 42 years of dedicated service within the South Eastern Trust.
In the midst of a rapturous round of celebratory applause Anne explained how the foundations of her Nursing career began in the Ards Hospital in July 1985. “I spent most of my time in Cardiology and then moved to the ED at the Ulster Hospital after 18 years and stayed here ever since.”
Originally from Bellaghy, Anne continued: “It’s more than a hospital here at the Ulster, it’s a family. I enjoy what I do and you do feel that you make a difference here.
“I’m very touched by all the generous gifts and beautiful flowers.”
Nursing colleague and Clinical Educator Jenny Reynor described Anne as a, “legend”.
Anne’s colleague, Advanced Nurse Practitioner Jennifer Cherry added, “I’ve known Anne since 1999. If you are or your family are ill, Anne is the person who you want looking after you. Anne is amazing, she is so kind and would do anything for you. Anne lights up the room, she is just lovely and we are delighted to mark this very special occasion with her.”