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Lyfe Languages steps up to the challenge 21 July 2023 The King Edward Memorial Hospital-based Lyfe Languages was recently announced as a finalist in the $5 million Pilbara Health Challenge for leading the way in medical innovation. Lyfe Languages is a project designed to bridge the language divide experienced by many Aboriginal and other indigenous communities by translating complex medical terminology into traditional languages. Lyfe Languages is based at King Edward Memorial Hospital and is an initiative of the Western Australian Register of Developmental Anomalies (WARDA) and Women and Infants Research Foundation. Lyfe Languages Manager and Precision Public Health Fellow, Yarlalu Thomas (left) and Lyfe Languages Founder and WARDA Head, Dr Gareth Baynam (right), both based at King Edward Memorial Hospital, are driving the project to exciting new levels. In October last year, the Western Australian Government issued a $5 million global ch... -
Celebrating our dedicated staff! 26 June 2023 Phoebe was nominated by her colleague who identified her commitment to improving the outcomes for her patients, and the wider WNHS community. Phoebe is dedicated to her profession as a Senior Dietitian and she supports all of her patients through a holistic approach to ensure happy and healthy outcomes. Phoebe is always willing to go above and beyond to provide education and make a difference in her patients’ lives. Her colleagues commented that her work is highly inspirational, and she exemplifies the North Metropolitan Health Service values. A special thanks to our generous sponsors Paywise (external site), SmartSalary (external site), P&N Bank (external site) and Hesta (external site). Phoebe – Thank you for your outstanding contribution to WNHS. -
Kick-start your nursing or midwifery career with GradConnect 22 June 2023 We're calling on newly qualified enrolled nurses, registered nurses and midwives to apply for GradConnect employment opportunities in our hospital and health care services. Online applications will be open from Friday 30 June 9:00am - Monday 17 July 2023 1:00pm. Late applications cannot be accepted. The Department of Health coordinates the GradConnect process, a centralised recruitment application process for newly qualified nurses and midwives. Recent graduates and students of nursing or midwifery studies can apply for graduate positions that enables their transition into the workforce in our supportive environment through this process. Applications from Aboriginal graduates are encouraged. We provide opportunities for participants to join our transition to practice programs and work in a variety of clinical settings while consolidating theory and developing clinical skills and judgemen... -
Celebrating our dedicated staff! 20 June 2023 Jetcy was nominated by her colleagues in acknowledgement of her compassion and commitment to creating an inclusive work environment, where all staff feel educated and supported. Jetcy is dedicated to her role as Clinical Development Nurse. She invests significant time and effort to ensure all staff gain professional knowledge and skills through delivering engaging in-service and providing one-on-one support, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes. Her colleagues commented that Jetcy always maintains a positive and caring attitude, which has a flow on effect to those around her. A special thanks to our generous sponsors Paywise (external site), SmartSalary (external site), P&N Bank (external site) and Hesta (external site). Jetcy – thank you for your outstanding contribution to WNHS, and for always demonstrating our North Metropolitan Health Service values. -
Celebrating our dedicated staff! 08 June 2023 Michelle was nominated by a colleague who identified her professional and empathetic dealings with our patients and their families. Michelle goes above and beyond to problem solve and provide information to all patients and their families by guiding them through invoicing and finances with great care. Her colleagues commended her dedication to her work and said she has helped to reduce the workload for both the Pharmacy and Finance departments. One of the judges said: "Michelle is the unsung hero of Women and Newborn Health Service. She is an integral link in a patient's journey and upholds the North Metropolitan Health Service values." A special thanks to our generous sponsors Paywise (external site), SmartSalary (external site), P&N Bank (external site) and Hesta (external site). Michelle – Thank you for your outstanding contribution to WNHS.
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20/12/2021