A/General Manager’s Message
As we hit the downhill run into Christmas, it’s been a busy month at Ryde Hospital with celebrations both joyful and sombre. We celebrated the life of our colleague Fiona Thorn, Ryde Redevelopment Manager who passed away in October with a Froctober Event, raising over $4000 for Ovarian Cancer Research (page 13). We also remember volunteer Helen Rutherford who was a patient companion and provided assistance with meals for 17 years (page 8). We also celebrated volunteer Dianne McPhail who won the state award for NSW Health volunteer of the year. She is truly a treasure to Ryde Hospital and a beacon of what it means to serve with heart. The first of two tower cranes has arrived on the redevelopment site. Children of staff aged 2-12 have until 5pm on Wednesday 12 November to get their entries into the ‘Name the Crane’ comptetition with fabulous prizes and the name displayed on the crane. This year’s Tinsel Trophy will take place on Thursday 11 th December. There is no theme – your imagination is the limit with four prizes – best overall, best department with fewer than 12 staff, most sustainable decorations and best patient/family involvement.
During the week of 20 October, a small decorative setup was arranged in celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Diwali is a time of joy, reflection, and renewal, symbolising the victory of light over darkness and
good over evil. Warm congratulations to all who celebrate, and thank you to those who helped bring a touch of festivity and cultural recognition to our space.
Contents
Spring into Action
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Ryde Shines – Staff and Service Wins
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A/General Manager’s Message
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Quality Corner
Welcome to Ryde
Patient Experience / Staff Compliments
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Ryde Redevelopment
Frocktober
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Straight from the Nursing Station
Library
Allied Health All Stars
Just For Fun Noticeboard
Hands that Help
Newsletter is for Ryde Hospital Staff by Ryde Hospital Staff. Please email items of interest to: sarah.ryrie@health.nsw.gov.au
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