NURSES from the Mid North Coast have been recognised for their outstanding dedication during the NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
The ceremony at Parliament House on 24 November highlighted the care and expertise of nurses and midwives, and the significant difference they make to the wellbeing and experience of patients across all clinical and community settings.
The nursing team from the Children’s Ward at Port Macquarie Base Hospital was named Team of the Year.
They were recognised for showing excellence in teamwork and for the high level of care they deliver to children and families across the region.
Katherine Martin from Kempsey District Hospital won the Healing Heart Colleague Award.
Ms Martin is the Nursing Unit Manager of the Inpatient and Rehabilitation wards at Kempsey District Hospital.
Her award acknowledges her leadership, compassion and commitment to patient care.
“From metropolitan hospitals to our most remote rural and remote hospitals, nurses and midwives are the heart of the healthcare we provide,” Minister for Health Ryan Park said.
Minister for Mental Health Rose Jackson agreed, “Nurses and midwives are the backbone of our health system, delivering exceptional care in every setting from maternity to mental health services.”
NSW Health Secretary Susan Pearce AM said the awards are a valuable chance to reflect upon and recognise the commitment, innovation and exceptional care nurses and midwives provide.
“I want to… extend my deepest thanks to all nurses and midwives who play an integral role in delivering high-quality care to patients, families and communities across the state.”
By Sis HIGGINS
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