noun
head nurse; matron
Refers to the senior nurse in charge of a ward or department. The term is somewhat dated; in modern medical settings, 看護師長 (かんごしちょう) is often preferred as a gender-neutral title.
彼女は長年勤めた後、婦長に昇進した。
After many years of service, she was promoted to head nurse.
婦長が病棟のスケジュールを管理している。
The head nurse manages the ward schedule.