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The new quiet space at Caboolture Hospital`s Paediatric ED is a calming place for children and families who feel overstimulated in the waiting room. ☺️ 🎧

Nurse Practitioner Bek has been listening to families` experiences and has pioneered the Quiet Space, a room that offers calm and reduces sensory overload.

Bek included patient`s suggestions when considering colours of the walls, the chairs and gentle sensory `white noise` inclusions such as the bubble light. 🫧

"The number of families who`ve shared that their child has managed to stay for the duration of their care has shown us that the room is making a difference," Bek shares.

"Creating an inclusive, welcoming environment is what I`m passionate about, and I`ve always wanted to find what will work for not only neurodiverse kids, but for everybody - our staff included.

"Bringing your `quirks to work` should be encouraged, because it not only helps staff, but in turn provides calmer care for the patients too." ...

There`s nothing better than a friendly face to guide you through your hospital journey, and our team at STARS prove they`re some of Metro North`s best. ⭐🏥

Theatre Support Coordinator Christina oversees the Patient Support Team, juggling six Theatre Support Officers through seven main operation theatres and three endoscopy theatres.

“This role covers a number of duties; from pre-admission, organising theatre equipment and patient handling, through to recovery," Christina said.

“We work with the theatre team to give the best care for the patient, ensuring a positive recovery from their procedure.”

A vacancy for the role of Theatre Support Officer has opened up with the team at STARS. If you`re interested in learning more check it out via Smart Jobs or in the link in the comments below 👇 ...

When 23-year-old Christina was hospitalised with Influenza A, her test results uncovered she had Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) - a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

Within days her life was turned upside down. She received her first dose of chemotherapy less than a week later, and has since had countless tests and appointments, including a bone marrow transplant.

"Society tells you that your early twenties are the start of your life," Christina shares, who had just finished university and was working as an osteopath.

"A diagnosis like this stops you in your tracks and your whole perspective changes, but the more you bottle it up, the harder it is to go through."

Christina was welcomed into the Sony You Can Centre at RBWH, a space dedicated to supporting young people with cancer, where she could meet with others her age as they traverse these challenges together.

Christina is staying positive and encourages everyone to stay on top of their health. She is looking forward to some upcoming concerts with friends, Christmas with her loved ones and hopes for positive news soon. 🎶🥰🎄 ...