Safety & Quality Account 2020-21 | 2021-22 Future Priorities

A Workplace Culture that Drives Safety and Quality WSLHD Safety & Quality Account

Inaugural Employee of the Year Awards We held our inaugural Employee of the Year Awards in 2020. Four individuals who made an exceptional contribution to WSLHD were recognised.

ALLIED HEALTH – Samantha Tate , A/Head of Podiatry, Westmead Hospital. Samantha has worked tirelessly to address a number of risks both clinical and enterprise in nature.

DOCTOR – Dr Alpha Tung , Head of Anaesthesia Department, Auburn Hospital. Dr Tung has been essential in assisting the executives in developing a COVID-19 response for Auburn Hospital.

CORPORATE SERVICES – Rory Dunlop , Cleaner, Blacktown Hospital. Rory takes a high level of pride in his work and has displayed qualities that are to be commended with his engagement of staff and patients.

NURSING – Pradeepa Selvaraj , Clinical Nurse Educator, Blacktown Hospital. Pradeepa makes sure patient safety is a number one priority and she ensures that all efforts are put in place to achieve this.

WE ALSO ACKNOWLEDGE OUR UNSUNG HEROES! WSLHD is extremely proud of the endless dedication and commitment of our staff to support communities. Many of our staff have been recognised for their contribution in research and response to the bushfires, floods and various other emergencies. We salute you!

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