Sharon’s art instils appreciation
When you walk into the main entrance of Grampians Health’s Stawell campus, your attention is likely to be diverted by a powerful piece of art that speaks of turbulence and of love. The story behind the painting is about those same emotions. It’s the story of an Aboriginal teacher from Queensland whose journey took her Read the full article…
Stawell savours charity night with record result
The Stawell community has demonstrated its generosity and support for its hospital after a hugely successful Wine and Savoury Evening at Stawell Entertainment Centre. Grampians Health’s board directors and executive, led by CEO Dale Fraser, attended the annual event which is the principal fund raiser for the hard-working members of the Stawell Hospital Auxiliary. This Read the full article…
Care community comes up rosy
Newly appointed Macpherson Smith Care Community manager Rosie Taylor is pictured with resident Merle. Macpherson Smith Residential Care’s new manager wants to further progress the positive changes recently made at the Stawell care community. From both sides of the world, Rosie Taylor has a wealth of experience in nursing and particular in aged care. She Read the full article…
Stawell Hospital Foundation donates equipment for enhanced patient care
In a significant step towards enhancing patient recovery, Grampians Health Stawell has introduced two new pieces of equipment, generously donated by Stawell Regional Health Foundation. The recent Foundation contributions are part of a $70,000 donation given in June to support the Stawell Operating Theatre and Urgent Care Centre. At the forefront of innovation is the Read the full article…
Laurie’s ‘all the Apostles’ 12 years of volunteering and bingo
Stawell’s Laurie Carruthers knows how to bring a smile to the residents at Macpherson Smith Care Community. The retired truck driver volunteers every Monday and Wednesday at the Grampians Health facility where he calls bingo and provides camaraderie for the residents. Laurie’s career in truck driving eventually led to him relocating to Melbourne where he Read the full article…
Stawell’s newest NUM is full of praise
Stawell’s newest nurse unit manager has heaped glowing praise on her team at Grampians Health Stawell. After years of director and management roles in health care to her credit, Kylie Davey has chosen lifestyle over career to work in a job share role with Amy Yole as nurse unit manager (NUM) for the Simpson acute Read the full article…
Peter Martin appointed to quality and safety board at Grampians Health
A retired Stawell school principal is bringing a wealth of experience to his new role with the Quality and Safety committee of the Grampians Health board of directors. Peter Martin served almost 20 years on the Stawell Regional Health board including four years as president. He first joined the board after retiring from a distinguished Read the full article…
New office and bigger team for Stawell admissions
Admissions for Stawell surgical patients are now more streamlined with the opening of a dedicated office at the Grampians Health campus. The new pre-admission office marks a significant step towards improved work, efficiency and patient experience. After nearly 19 years of service in the pre-admissions clinic, admissions clerk Nicole McIntosh said she has witnessed a Read the full article…
Radiology team doubles up at Stawell
A British family chasing an Australian lifestyle has helped bolster the radiography team at Grampians Health’s Stawell campus. Amandeep Kaur has over 10 years of experience working as a Diagnostic Radiographer in the NHS hospitals of England. She and her husband, Ramandeep Singh, wanted to explore Australia and have recently moved to Stawell with their Read the full article…
Learning in Stawell proves to be an impressive introduction
Student nurses on placement at Grampians Health Stawell are always impressed with the level of education they receive and the opportunities available to them. Five clinical nurse educators at the campus provide tutorials and on the job training to various levels of nurse training including undergraduate and graduate year nursing. Shevahn Healy looks after the Read the full article…