Ann Bowles has pulled the curtain down on her career after 24 years working at the James Paget Hospital in Gorleston.
She has now called time on her working life after fulfilling various roles at the hospital.
Ann Bowles has retired after 24 years working at the James Paget. (Image: James Paget Hospital)
Ms Bowles said: “I always wanted to work in the NHS and when I joined it was at a lower band than my existing job.
“I wanted to get my foot in the door and build a career.
“The NHS has allowed me to do that and has given me so many opportunities.”
Aerial shot of the James Paget Hospital in Gorleston. (Image: James Paget Hospital)
She started out in the IT department before receiving several promotions, including to the role of training manager for both the Paget and Great Yarmouth Primary Care Trust.
After 17 years in the IT world, she made the switch to join the transformation team as a senior project manager and helped oversee several initiatives at the hospital.
Photo outside the entrance to the James Paget Hospital in Gorleston. (Image: James Paget Hospital)
She is most proud of having worked closely with the palliative care team to help improve end-of-life support for patients and families.
She is now looking forward to her retirement to spend more time with her family and travel.