Mr. Specter. What is your occupation or profession, please?

Miss Wester. I am a registered nurse.

Mr. Specter. And at what institution are you employed?

Miss Wester. Parkland Memorial Hospital, Dallas.

Mr. Specter. And how long have you been so employed at Parkland Memorial Hospital?

Miss Wester. Nine years—or 9 1/2.

Mr. Specter. Will you outline your duties in a general way as they were back on November 22, 1963?

Miss Wester. I am assistant supervisor in the operating room, and I assign personnel duties, direct them in their activities.

Mr. Specter. Did you receive notice on that date that President Kennedy and Governor Connally were en route to Parkland Memorial Hospital to receive treatment?

Miss Wester. I was not aware that they were in the hospital.