Today we are going to delve into the fascinating world of Pakistan Armed Forces Nursing Service, a topic that has captivated the attention of people of all ages and cultures throughout history. Pakistan Armed Forces Nursing Service is an inexhaustible source of inspiration and fascination, whether due to its impact on society, its relevance in the scientific field, its influence on popular culture or its transformative power in people's lives. Throughout this article, we will explore the different aspects of Pakistan Armed Forces Nursing Service, from its origins to its latest trends, to better understand its importance and impact on the modern world.
Pakistan Armed Forces Nursing Service | |
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Active | 1952 |
Country | Pakistan |
Branch | Pakistan Army |
Type | Combined and combat service support |
Role | Administrative and staffing oversight. |
Size | Varies |
HQ/Garrison | Army GHQ in Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan |
Nickname(s) | NUR |
Colors Identification | Green and White |
Anniversaries | 1952 |
Engagements | Military history of Pakistan |
Decorations | Military Decorations of Pakistan military |
Commanders | |
Director-General | Maj-Gen. Shazia Nisar |
Insignia | |
War Flag |
Administrative Corps of the Pakistan Army | ||||
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The Pakistan Armed Forces Nursing Service is a joint military administrative and staff service branch of the Pakistan Armed Forces— since it is not restricted to the army but service members of other branches of the Pakistan's military are also its part.: 1718–1719
The staff branch was established by the British Royal Navy's Queen Alexandra's Royal Naval Nursing Service at the request of Pakistan Army Medical Corps in 1952— its first director was Colonel C. P. Maudsley from the British Army, which he served till 1964. The Nursing Service is all female military unit according to the constitution of Pakistan.
In 1964, the Nursing Service saw its first officer Col. Fatima Qureshi as its director. The qualifications, training, and professional certifications in nursing, and personnel support for Nursing Service is provided by the Armed Forces Post Graduate Medical Institute in Rawalpindi since 1959.
The Nursing Service is not restricted to the army but service members of other branches of the Pakistan's military are also its part– though the leadership comes from the army.: 83
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