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Herston Biofabrication Institute celebrates 3D printing day
3 December – International 3D Printing Day – celebrates the invention of the very first 3D printer and strives to create awareness and educate people in this growing, fascinating and fun industry.
Hotel Quarantine Management Team scoops award for keeping Queenslanders safe – WINNER
For nearly two years the Hotel Quarantine Management Team have been at the forefront of our COVID-19 response keeping Queenslanders and the rest of Australia safe.
New medical pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on track to save lives
The Women’s Business Shared Pathway was developed to deliver culturally appropriate patient-centred care for First Nations women, aiming to support care closer to home and remove barriers to healthcare appointment attendance related to all things “women’s business”, specifically barriers to attending gynaecology and maternity appointments.
RBWH offers special memorial for early pregnancy loss
The Chaplaincy Service at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital will be holding an Interment of Ashes Service for parents and loved ones who have lost a baby before 20 weeks gestation.
Metro North celebrates strong female workforce this International Women’s Day
#ChoosetoChallenge: the theme of 2021’s International Women’s Day campaign and a phrase many women just like STARS Security Coordinator Wendy Roestenburg have adopted as their mantra in the workplace.
$10M Herston Biofabrication Institute Opens
Health Minister Yvette D’Ath and Metro North Health staff officially opened the Herston Biofabrication Institute this week, set to advance healthcare research and technologies in Queensland.
Metro North Australia Day Achievement Awards 2021
Recognising, rewarding and celebrating staff achievements is an integral part of the Values in Action framework, and helps make Metro North a great place to work.
163 new doctors kick off careers at Metro North
The next generation of doctors will be welcomed across Metro North this week as 163 medical interns take up residence across the hospitals on Brisbane’s northside.
Celebrating our staff
Outstanding staff achievements were on show at the annual Metro North Staff Excellence Awards. From more than 140 nominations, judges selected winners and highly commended recipients from across the health service.
Research excellence on show at awards
Our annual Metro North Research Excellence Awards are a chance to recognise and reward outstanding achievement in research across all clinical specialties and professions.
Better Together Medication Access launches across Metro North
A first-of-its-kind pharmaceutical program launched across Metro North Hospital and Health Service this month will allow greater access to medications for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients visiting its facilities.
Car parking has changed at Redcliffe Hospital
Redcliffe Hospital’s new multi-storey car park is now open and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Across the hospital campus there are now more than 1,100 car spaces available each day for patients, visitors, and staff.
Fake email – COVID-19
An email is circulating on social media and across the community contains incorrect information on COVID-19.
Better Together Health van unveiled to help close the gap on health outcomes
A new Better Together Health van unveiled today is set to provide more convenient access to health care information for members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in Brisbane’s north.
Improving strength in older adults during periods of restricted weight-bearing
For older adults, being confined to bed due to a serious trauma can quickly lead to reduced muscle strength and function. #ThinkyThursday
Family therapy for adults with eating disorders
Family-based therapy is an important element in treating adolescents with eating disorders, but there is not a lot of literature on the benefits for adults receiving treatment. #ThinkyThursday
Stunning new skin cancer immunotherapy treatment on trial
Treatment on trial! Senior Medical Oncologist Dr Brett Hughes is leading a new skin cancer treatment at RBWH and so far it’s had a positive response rate with patients. #ThinkyThursday
Getting the numbers right
If you’re a nerd for numbers you’ll love this week’s #ThinkyThursday! Biostatistician Anita works on around 20 projects at one time!. Click here to discover some incredible Metro North statistics.
App helps self pain management
Technology is rapidly changing healthcare and now it's helping people with chronic pain reduce their opioid use. #ThinkyThursday.
Improving nutrition in hip fracture patients
Did you know nutrition is crucial for patient recovery? Check out this #TPCH team who researching how to improve nutrition in hip fracture patients to decrease their length of stay, minimise treatment costs, and improve health outcomes.
Kilcoy Hospital’s world first trial to improve outcomes
Nurses at Kilcoy Hospital are trialling a new system to continuously monitor patient vital signs.
Study of new catheter design
#ThinkyThursday is back, this time with a talented #RBWH team who are working on a new catheter design. Millions of catheters are used in Australia each year, but the current device has a failure rate of 40 to 50 per cent.
New dose of doctors for Metro North
Queensland’s largest Hospital and Health Service is welcoming more than 160 junior doctors this week.
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Baby Wren has a special connection to Redcliffe Hospital. Not only was this little bundle of joy born there, but mum Lucy is a nurse at the hospital.
Lucy says she couldn’t have been happier to welcome baby Wren into the world, surrounded by familiar faces and the caring support of her incredible colleagues. ❤️
"Having my baby at Redcliffe Hospital made the experience even more special, knowing that we were both in trusted hands."
Baby Wren was named after the tiny English bird, as she made her debut weighing in at 2.9kg 🕊
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![Baby Wren has a special connection to Redcliffe Hospital. Not only was this little bundle of joy born there, but mum Lucy is a nurse at the hospital.
Lucy says she couldn’t have been happier to welcome baby Wren into the world, surrounded by familiar faces and the caring support of her incredible colleagues. ❤️
Having my baby at Redcliffe Hospital made the experience even more special, knowing that we were both in trusted hands.
Baby Wren was named after the tiny English bird, as she made her debut weighing in at 2.9kg 🕊
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Congratulations Lucy, Wren is a cool name as well.
I was born at Redcliffe hospital, was staff and had my third at Redcliffe hospital…
Welcome to the world baby Wren
What a beautiful baby!Welcome to the world little one!
Love the name!
Kristin Murray
Rhiannon Gould - another Wren
Sleep is crucial for recovery and to help the body heal. Redcliffe Hospital ICU Nurse Educator and researcher Kylie is leading the charge in improving sleep quality for some of the most vulnerable patients in intensive care. 😴
"We know sleep is essential, especially for those who are critically ill. In the ICU, the environment is full of machine noise and round-the-clock care, which can disrupt patients' sleep. We're focusing on replicating patients' home routines—things like scheduling showers at regular times, engaging patients in daytime activities, and dimming lights at night. Simple solutions like earplugs, sleep masks, and white noise machines can make a big difference." 💤
"Keeping patients comfortable and well-rested is a vital part of their recovery journey."
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Great work, Kylie. The Redcliffe ICU team are outstanding 😊
I wish my mum had got more to help her sleep while in there
My daughter was in a coma at the royal. Her heart rate was spiking and we believed she was having panic attacks. As when we played her music the heart rate calmed. We mentioned this to 3 nurses but they shrugged it off and pumped her full of meds instead. We finally got a nurse to listen and saw the improvement herself, so she went and got some wireless headphones for our girl and put it in her chart to try that first.
Well done Kylie 👏
Love this Kylie, amazing work you do
Patient-centred care 🫶🏻
Love your work Kylie ❤️
Sensory overload - hugely impacts the healing process
Redcliffe Hospital is proud to be the first pharmacy department in Metro North Health to transition from paper to digital - transforming care for patients! 🚀 The new digital system means less paperwork and more time with patients.
Acting Pharmacy Director Liz has played a big role in leading this transformation. “As we grow, there are so many opportunities for career development at Redcliffe Hospital. There’s a real sense of community here, and we’re proud to offer personalised care to every patient. The complexity of our older population makes the work challenging but incredibly rewarding,” she says.
"It’s an exciting time at Redcliffe Hospital, with plenty of growth and specialty roles emerging" says Liz. The pharmacy team are looking for an experienced clinical pharmacist to join the team. Find out more here: smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RD591214
#WorkforusWednesday 🤩
The entire pharmacy team are full of awesomeness, thank you Liz and team
The Pharmacy team are amazing. Never surprised by their many achievements 👏 Congratulations 👏
Well done Liz. Much deserved recognition of all the great work you have done
Love your work Liz and your fantastic team!!
Well done Elizabeth
👏👏 great work team!
Go Liz & Redcliffe pharmacy team!! 👏
Well done Lizzie 👏👏👏
Great work, Liz. 👍
I know, you always excel Liz. Congratulations👏👏👏
Well done Liz!
Well done, Lizzie!! ❤️
Amazing work Liz
Great work Liz...
Way to go Liz!
Well done Liz!! 👏👏👏
Awesome work Redcliffe pharmacy team 😎😊
Amazing work Liz 👏👏👏
Well done Liz 👏👏👏
Continuing your amazing work
Well done to the team🙏👍
well done Liz.
Nice work Liz!
Beautiful picture Liz 😍
Nice work Liz 👏 👏👏