Macquarie Hospital Newsletter April 2026

Nursing News

Keelan Mogan has been officially appointed as Clinical Access and Demand Clinical Nurse Consultant effective 16 March 2026. Keelan has been acting in the role since 13 October 2025 and brings extensive senior mental health nursing experience across NSLHD and NSW Health, with a strong focus on supporting access and patient flow across MHDA services. Timothy Starnawski has been seconded to the Nurse Education Team as Administrative Officer Level 4, backfilling Kristina Jamcotchian’s maternity leave from 7 April 2026 to 30 May 2027.

Welcoming Our 2026 Grad Start Cohort

We are delighted to welcome our 2026 Grad Start cohort, who commenced on 23 February 2026. This year, 17 full-time graduate nurses have joined our service, bringing enthusiasm, fresh perspectives, and a strong commitment to person ‑ centred care. The GradStart Program supports their transition into clinical practice through structured learning, supervision and mentorship, enabling them to develop into safe, capable and resilient professionals. We encourage all staff to support our graduates during this important transition. Your guidance and encouragement play a vital role in their development and future contribution to patient care.

Henley Unit to Participate in the Advancing Mentoring in Nursing Research Study

Henley Unit has been chosen to participate in the Advancing Mentoring in Nursing (AMiN) research study, an initiative focused on strengthening the future nursing workforce through structured, evidence ‑ based mentorship. AMiN is designed to build confidence, deepen professional connection, and support the development of leadership skills among nurses. As part of the study, researchers will evaluate how the program influences workforce development, staff retention, and overall nurse wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity for Henley Unit to contribute to shaping a more supported and sustainable nursing profession.

This is an exciting opportunity for Henley Unit to contribute to shaping a more supported and sustainable nursing profession.

MHDA Nominations - International Nurses Day Awards 2026 “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.”

We are pleased to announce the MHDA International Nurses Day Awards 2026, recognising excellence in nursing practice. Nominations are open in the following five (5) Categories.

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