Sarah, an employee of Corowa Health Service, has been selected from nominations across eight categories which recognise nurses and midwives who have made a difference in clinical practice, management and leadership.
MLHD Director of Nursing and Midwifery Christine Stephens said Sarah is a highly deserving local finalist for the awards.
“Sarah is authentic and kind, displaying leadership and commitment to both the health care team and the aged care residents in the facility,” Ms Stephens said.
Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Jacqui Cross said each Local Health District and Specialty Network nominated their nurses and midwives in six award categories.
“Colleagues and the community were also invited to nominate individuals for two Healing Heart Awards for exceptional care. These awards recognise nurses and midwives who deliver outstanding patient care and support for families and carers,” Ms Cross said.
NSW Health Secretary Susan Pearce extended her congratulations to this year’s finalists.
“These awards showcase the exceptional work nurses and midwives are doing in our hospitals each and every day. I want to acknowledge the finalists for their outstanding work and thank all our staff members who continue to deliver high quality care during these challenging times,” Ms Pearce said.
“These awards began in 2013 during my time as Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer and I’m very pleased to now see them entering their 10th year.”
Finalists and winners will be celebrated in the Awards ceremony, which will be livestreamed on November 24, 2022 from 2pm.
The NSW Government has announced a record 10,148 full-time equivalent staff will be recruited to hospitals and health services across NSW over four years, in the nation’s largest-ever health workforce boost, as part of the NSW Government’s 2022-23 Budget.
The additional staff will include nurses and midwives, doctors, paramedics, pathologists and scientific staff, pharmacists and allied health professionals, as well as support and ancillary staff who ensure the continued operations of NSW hospitals and the wider public health system.
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