"I feel this is because of the pressure placed on nurses and junior doctors by the nurse in charge at the time, who was sister White, " she told the tribunal.

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"As the nurse in charge Joanne should have ensured that the hospital policy was adhered to and clear instructions and supervision was given to the more junior nurse, " she said.

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She pointed the charge nurse in his direction.

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