St Josephs General Hospital - Yearbook (Vegreville, Alberta Canada)

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Dr. L. M. Edmunds and Heirs Dr. Y. Yoneda, Dr. R. L. Yanda, Dr. J. F. Reid, Dr. A. Couillard Dr. N. J. Kuzylc. 4

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SISTER SUPERIOR Reverend Sister Josephine Boisseau, Superior and Superintendent of the hospital received a thorough preparation for her present responsibilities through teaching tor ten years and following her nursing years in France, being first Superintendent of Nurses of St. Joseph ' s General Hospital, a position which she held for thirty-six years. Duty First seems to be a characteristic that never fails in Sister Josephine. Her kindness, love of people, sincere smile and manner win her the love of all those she meets. When Sister Josephine makes up her mind to do something it is done and done well. No problem is too great or task too large for Sister Superior. MOTHER GENERAL February brought us the joy of having Reverend Mother General, Mother Georgette Her sincere and maternal approach cre¬ ated a pleasant and friendly attitude which won respect of all those who came in contact with her. The souvenirof this visit will remain in our heart until her return which we hope will not be at too distant a date. Guet, and her assistant Mother Marie Planchenault, from France, and Mother M. Joseph Rondo, Superior Provincial, from Trochu. Mother General and.her assistant came to Canada by aeroplane to visit the Canadian houses and won the affection of all the Sisters and others they met. They showed interest in hospitals, schools and especially in St. Joseph ' s General Hospital School of Nursing. At their short visit with the Nurses, Mother General compared the nursing schools of France with those of Canada. 3

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SISTER CECILIA. The responsibility of Superintendent of Nurses rests on the capable shoulders of Sister Cecilia. Among other tasks, she teaches classes, represents St. Joseph ' s General Hospital at conferences and works on floors. Even though she is busy, Sister Cecilia always has time for a kind word and a smile to all she meets. SISTER HELEN. Starting an intravenous and teaching Obstetrics and Materia Medica with equal dexterity is Sister Helen. She has the profound love and respect of everyone she works with. No matter how busy Sister Helen is, she always has time to help you with your difficulties. She is never seen without her smile and merry laugh. SISTER MARIE AGNES. Sister Marie Agnes is our much respected and loved night Supervisor. Her delicacy and tact in handling all un- forseen events or emergencies could not be easily equalled. SISTER LAURA. During the day, when second floor is abuzz with activity you ' ll find a very busy and much sought after Sister Laura. Between dishing up meals, starting Tital drainages etc., and keeping an eye on the drug room, she has the hectic job of trying to satisfy nurses with their days off. Second floor Supervisor is a tremendous task and a great worry and responsibility. We take our hats off to you, Sister Laura, for a job well done. SISTER MADELEINE. After teaching the probies health for several weeks Sister Madeleine was ready for a rest at the University of Alberta. We haven ' t seen too much of her this year as she is after her B.Sc. and from what we ' ve heard she is doing very well too. 5