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Multicultural Action Plan launched 21 March 2025 Our new Multicultural Action Plan (PDF) has been launched, providing a guiding framework to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce and meet the needs of our culturally and linguistically diverse community (CALD). Developed in consultation with staff and key stakeholders, the plan aligns closely to our three strategic objectives: partnering with consumers, advancing health equity and access, and becoming the best place to work. It includes updates on our progress to date and was developed in alignment with the three policy priority areas of the Western Australian Multicultural Policy Framework. These include: Harmonious and inclusive communities Culturally responsive policies, programs and services Economic, social, cultural, civic and political participation Executive Director Consumer Experience and Clinical Excellence Tina Bertilone said the plan is of par... -
Neurodiverse-ED creates supportive environment for Emergency Department staff 17 March 2025 In a first for the organisation, neurodivergent staff and allies working in the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Emergency Department now have the opportunity to join Neurodiverse-ED. The initiative was launched by ED nurses Lexi, Kelsie and Emily, as a way to provide support to neurodiverse staff in their department. Kelsie said whilst group members share different motivating factors to get involved with the group they all share the common goal to build a community to support the growing neurodiversity population of staff (and patients) in the Emergency Department. Group members are given the opportunity to openly share supportive advice, tips and strategies on self-regulation and managing difficult situations in the workplace, as well as strategies to improve communication. Neurodiverse-ED also enables members to grow their social support network both within work and in the community. Lex... -
Acknowledging our extraordinary women this International Women's Day 07 March 2025 In celebration of International Women's Day, Saturday 8 March, we are shining a spotlight on some of the remarkable women making a difference across North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS). This year's International Women's Day theme is #MarchForward for a gender equal future. With more than 76 percent of our workforce being female, we place great focus on providing supportive workplaces that enable our staff to feel respected, connected and empowered. For International Women's Day, we are profiling some of our staff in recognition of the valuable contribution women make to our workforce. Kirsti Kilbane, Social Work Manager, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Kirsti Kilbane is a highly regarded Social Work Manager at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) and a member of the SCGH Emergency Department's (ED) Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) working group. As part of the group, Kirsti has hel... -
Join us at the Cancer Network Forum 14 February 2025 The Cancer Network WA (CNWA) in collaboration with the WA Clinical Oncology Group (WACOG) at Cancer Council WA, is excited to announce its one-day symposium will return in 2025. The forum will feature a range of expert presentations recognising the research, achievements and collective efforts of organisations contributing to care of patients throughout their cancer journey in Australia. This will be a complimentary full day event. This symposium presents a unique opportunity to share insights, foster collaboration, and celebrate advancements in cancer research and care. Attendees will have a chance to network with peers and participate in their topics of interests during the breakout sessions. We encourage all interested parties to join us for this educational event and hear about cancer care improvement initiatives in WA. Information on the keynote speakers and additional presenters wi... -
Neurologist and researcher recognised with Officer of the Order of Australia 31 January 2025 Congratulations to Professor Graeme Hankey who last weekend received the Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to medicine as a neurologist and stroke physician, to research, and as an editor and author. Professor Hankey is a highly regarded member of the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) Department of Neurology, having worked a Consultant Physician from 2013 to 2023 and as a Professor of Neurology at The University of Western Australia during the same period. In 2023, Professor Hankey was appointed the inaugural UWA Perron Institute Chair in Stroke Research, where he runs large international trials while training up the next generation of neurologists. Despite no longer working full-time at SCGH, Professor Hankey continues to share his experience on an honorary basis, attending weekly stroke clinical meetings and teaching and giving lectures on stroke to ...
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18/10/2023