Beaufort and Skipton Health Service in Beaufort, Victoria | Medical and health

Beaufort and Skipton Health Service

Locality: Beaufort, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5349 1600

Address: 28 Havelock St 3373 Beaufort, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.bashs.org.au/

Likes: 624

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Medical and health

24.01.2022 BSHS are pleased to welcome two newly elected Board members onto our Board of Governance. Dr. Marg Way is well known for her significant expertise in health service management, in particularly corporate and clinical governance. Nigel Jarvis has a degree in Commerce and has extensive experience with working in the public and private health systems. For more information on our Board of Governance, please refer to http://bshs.org.au/about/board-of-governance.html

24.01.2022 The staff at BSHS have been working selflessly to provide the best possible care to our patients and residents during these difficult times. To express our gratitude to our staff we have set up Gratitude Walls at each of our campuses to display messages of thanks, appreciation and encouragement to our team. We are inviting members of our community to share and send your messages of support to our doctors, nurses, aged care workers, allied health, district nurses, food and domestic services, leisure and lifestyle, administration and maintenance staff, who are putting their own safety at risk to provide care and service to others. If you would like to send a thank you message to display, please let us know via facebook.

24.01.2022 THUNDERSTORM ASTHMA | There is a high-risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma across parts of Victoria today. You can protect yourself and those in your care by: Monitoring the epidemic thunderstorm asthma risk on the VicEmergency app. Going inside during the storm, and avoiding the winds that come before the storm.

23.01.2022 Victorian Department of Health & Human Services COVID-19 update. 6ttS dtSSpgcepteohunimsrmodorbenr reuat e1s2uS:59dis In line with the advice of the Chief Health Officer, from 11:59pm 13 September, some restrictions will change across Victoria. Roadmaps have been developed for Regional Victoria and Metro Melbourne that outline how we are moving to COVID Normal. Find more information on the changes here: https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-ro

22.01.2022 Get tested if youve got these symptoms. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-self-assessment

21.01.2022 Throwing a snag on the barbie. Gwen Slater enjoys cooking the BBQ. The residents of the Skipton Nursing Home and Hostel enjoy having their BBQ tea together every month. Its great for our residents be able to enjoy the simple and fun activities of life!

21.01.2022 As part of promoting Healthy Eating, BSHS publish a hearty, healthy recipe each month in our staff newsletter. This months recipe is by Judith Lancucki, our Clinical Nurse Educator. Why not try Judiths recipe, a great winter warmer!

20.01.2022 Daffodil Day 2020. BSHS staff and residents supported Daffodil Day by wearing something yellow. Funds raised for Daffodil Day help cancer research to find ways to better detect, treat and defeat cancer. Staff helped raise funds this year by Guessing the number of Daffodils in the Jar. For more information or to donate funds visit: visit:https://www.daffodilday.com.au/

20.01.2022 BSHS are excited to welcome visitors to our facilities again. Please refer to this notice, for details.

20.01.2022 Please see our latest Get Tested & Stay Safe community information. It is more important than ever to get yourself tested if you have any symptoms as we cant ease up on looking after ourselves or each other. If you have any of these symptoms, you must get tested and then stay at home. For more information visit https://www.vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS

20.01.2022 CURRENT VACANCIES Enrolled Nurse Permanent Part-time and Full-time (hours negotiable) Applications Close: 20th September 2020... To submit your application or for information regarding this position please contact: Eileen Booth Nurse Unit Manager Beaufort on 5349 1690 or email [email protected] Graduate Enrolled Nurse Fixed term (12 months) Part-Time (0.6 EFT) Applications Close: 30th September 2020 To submit your application or for information regarding this position please contact: Kim Stevens, Learning and Development Manager email [email protected] Psychologist Permanent Part-time (0.5 EFT) Skipton Applications Close: 6th September 2020 To submit your application or for information regarding this position please contact: Mary Cushing Director Clinical Services on 5349 1601 or email [email protected] Graduate Accountant Permanent Part-time (30 hours per week) Applications Close: 6th September 2020 To submit your application or for information regarding this position please contact: Chris Nykoluk Chief Financial Officer [email protected] For more information, please visit: http://bshs.org.au/careers/job-alerts.html

20.01.2022 VISITATION TEMPORARILY CEASES AT BSHS From Saturday 18 July 2020, all visitation to BSHS facilities will cease (except for compassionate reasons) due to the increasing number of COVID-19 positive cases in the region. Please make sure you remember to protect the health and safety of yourself and others by: * Washing your hands * Social distancing (1.5M) * Staying at home if you are feeling unwell... Please refer to the following link, for further information. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus See more

18.01.2022 Personal Care Worker (Casual) Beaufort and Skipton Health Service are committed to enabling all people in our community to be connected, healthy and live will. We are recruiting for Personal Care Workers to support residents within our health service. The Personal Care Worker (PCW) is an integral member of the clinical team, supporting the Associate Nurse Unit Manager and other clinical staff to ensure the delivery of quality person centred care in an efficient clinical en...vironment. These casual positions are offered at both Beaufort and Skipton campuses. For information regarding this position please contact: Tony Grundell Acting Nurse Unit Manager on 5349 1690 or email [email protected] Petrina Phillips Nurse Unit Manager - Skipton on 5340 1101 or email [email protected] Joanne Dunne - Nurse Unit Manager - Skipton on 5340 1101 or email [email protected] To submit your application please email your resume and a cover letter to: Erica Smith People and Culture Manager email [email protected] Applications Close: 5pm Tuesday 25th August 2020.

18.01.2022 A HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma conditions has been forecast in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and South West weather districts for TOMORROW 11 November 2020, due to the combination of grass pollen and severe thunderstorms. If you have asthma or hayfever, the advice is to go inside, close doors and windows and avoid wind gusts before and during the storm. Reliever medication should be carried at all times today. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au//thunderstorm-asthma-o

17.01.2022 Staff at our resource centres are offering to help residents download vaccination certificates from 1-5pm on the following days: Avoca 28/10, 4/11 and 5/11 Beaufort 28/10, 29/10, 4/11 and 5/11 Please call ahead to make an appointment - Avoca 5465 1000 or Beaufort 5349 1100.

17.01.2022 Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut and Ask R U OK? We can all make a difference in the lives of those who might be struggling by having regular, meaningful conversations about lifes ups and downs. If you feel like somethings not quite the same with someone you know theres something going on in their life or you notice a change in what theyre doing or saying trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them Are You Ok?... By acting as eyes and ears and reaching out to anyone whos going through a tough time we can show them theyre supported and encourage them to access help sooner. https://youtu.be/A32Up3wBS6k

16.01.2022 A huge thank you to the Rotary Club of Beaufort, Victoria who very kindly surprised staff at Beaufort today by presenting flowers, chocolates and a thank you card in support and appreciation for all the hard work that our staff do, especially during these challenging times. Thank you to Denise Camm (President), Anne Beer (Secretary) and Tony Sutherland (Treasurer) for taking the time to present these gifts to our staff and to the Mahony family who donated the chocolates. Your kindness and thoughts are very much appreciated by all and gave the team a real lift.

16.01.2022 Dont forget these tips - look after your health.

16.01.2022 Dont touch your face unless youve washed your hands. The virus stays on surfaces. If you touch something another person has touched you can transfer the virus into your body. Wash your hands thoroughly and often with soap and water, or use hand sanitiser with at least 70% alcohol. For more information visit:... https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-coverings-covid-19 See more

15.01.2022 Please Remember - if you get tested, please stay home until you have received your results confirming you are negative. For more information visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested

15.01.2022 Psychologist Permanent Part-Time (20 hours per week) Beaufort and Skipton Health Service are committed to enabling all people in our community to be connected, healthy and live will. We are introducing a psychologist service to improve access for mental health support within our communities. ... The Psychologist will be required to work within the Community Health team to provide clinical advice and support to managers and other staff and work on an individual basis to provide high level clinical consultations and therapeutic support to individuals and families to address mental health and wellbeing needs. The Community Health team provides multidisciplinary case management and support to people residing in Beaufort, Skipton and the surrounding area. Working under the direction of the Allied Health and Medical Clinic Manager or delegate, the Psychologist will be required to: Provide psychological services and therapeutic support to individuals and groups, including to young people, adults, families and aged residents; Conduct Psychological Assessments for clients of BSHS; Provide clinical advice to BSHS staff and managers about ethical and effective ways to address the mental health and wellbeing needs of clients; and Contribute to the design, development and evaluation of the BSHSs mental health and psychological programs and services. For more information on this position please go to our website www.bshs.org.au Applications Close: Tuesday 11th August 2020.

14.01.2022 Action for Happiness have put together a calendar of new things to try during November to look after your mental and physical health! What will you try during November?

14.01.2022 Beaufort and Skipton Health Service Welcomes New GP: The Beaufort and Skipton Health Service are happy to announce the appointment of Dr. Badrika Kahawatta to the Skipton Medical Practice where he will commence on Tuesday, 8th September, 2020.

12.01.2022 BSHS has an exciting opportunity for 3 candidates to join our Graduate Nurse Program for 2021. The exceptional Graduate Nurse Transition to practice Program comments in January 2021 and concludes in January 2022. At BSHS we take only 3 graduates for the year which allow for us to tailor your clinical experiences to meet your areas of interest and ensure your growth as a registered nurse. Both Beaufort and Skipton campuses allow for experiences in residential care, sub-acute..., acute and urgent care nursing. For further information regarding the program, including frequently asked questions and application requirements please go to our website http://bshs.org.au Applications close 5 August 2020 https://www.powtoon.com/online-presentation/dzSEqmzLWKT/ presentation/dzSEqmzLWKT/?mode=movie

11.01.2022 Its exciting to see the progress on the Beaufort Nursing Home refurbishment with the flooring structure completed. The frame arrived today ... time to start the next stage.

11.01.2022 Food and Domestic Services Assistants - Casual Beaufort and Skipton Health Service is looking for casual Food and Domestic Services Assistants to work at the Beaufort and Skipton campus. The purpose of the Food Services Assistant is to support the Cook with all food preparation and food delivery functions. Specifically, these functions include the preparation, delivery and collection of food to/from patients/residents, meals on wheels, functions, meetings etc. and the cleani...ng of the associated dishes and utensils. The purpose of the Domestic Services Assistant is to ensure that all areas of the health service are maintained to the highest standard of appearance and meet all required infection control requirements. For further information please go to our website www.bshs.org.au Please submit your application to Darren White, Corporate Services Manager at [email protected] Application close: 10th August 2020

11.01.2022 BSHS CEO, Meryn Pease would like to remind our community to stay home where possible and remember to follow the guidelines: * Staying at home and get tested if you have symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19), however mild. * Practise good hygiene wash your hands and cough and sneeze into a tissue or your elbow.... * Keep your distance stay 1.5 metres away from anyone you dont live with. * Wear a face covering when you leave home. For more information https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/staying-safe-covid-19 See more

10.01.2022 To lift your spirits for the day: More than 400 staff at the Royal Melbourne Hospital have formed a scrub choir. The choir has come together to provide music therapy and lift spirits in these tough times. Brilliant! https://youtu.be/w1YtT0qLjDA

09.01.2022 To ensure a culture of excellence, we have introduced the Inspire program. Inspire looks to create an aligned culture that is accountable to achieving our goals and vision of being a vibrant provider of care, making BSHS a great place to work, providing high quality care and ensuring great consumer experiences. Please take at look at our new animated video on Inspire designed by Kim Stevens, our Learning and Development Manager). https://www.powtoon.com/online-presentation/eYaqpOSQOJQ/

08.01.2022 GRADUATE ACCOUNTANT POSITION Permanent Part Time We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Graduate Accountant. This diverse role will provide you with experience across the whole of the finance function of the health service and is a great place to start your health finance career. For more information, please refer to: http://bshs.org.au/careers/job-alerts.html

08.01.2022 How R U OK?s suicide prevention work is helping create a world where were all connected and protected from suicide. https://youtu.be/r3qE6vkbGJ4

07.01.2022 R U OK Day - Got a feeling that someone you know or care about isnt behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or theyre just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when its time to ask R U OK? By starting a conversation and commenting on the changes youve noticed, you could help that family member, friend or workmate open up. ... If they say they are not ok, you can follow our conversation steps to show them theyre supported and help them find strategies to better manage the load. If they are ok, that person will know youre someone who cares enough to ask. Click on the image below to view Theres More To Say After R U OK? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erHLP29tzPE&feature=youtu.be

07.01.2022 Please meet Karen Ashby, our fantastic and very dedicated Skipton Podiatrist. "I have been a Podiatrist for nearly twenty years now and still enjoy the profession as much as I did when I started. Feet are definitely not considered the glamorous end of the body, but they play such a huge role in our function, mobility and comfort. Podiatry is so varied in what we do, from helping someone with a sore corn or ingrown toenail, to enabling someone to get walking/running again w...ith footwear advice or orthotics. I love seeing people of all ages and love the impact we can have on reducing pain and improving function. I am so lucky to work within such a beautiful community and organisation, and think I enjoy the chat with my clients as much as the work!" If you would like to make an appointment to see Karen or Christian, our Podiatrists, please call our Skipton office on 5340 1101 or the Beaufort office on 5349 1610.

06.01.2022 80% fully vaccinated 89.9% of our Pyrenees Shire community are fully vaccinated! An increase of more than 5% since last week. Thank you for protecting yourselves and our community

06.01.2022 Some helpful hygiene tips: * wash your hands often with soap and water. This includes before and after eating and after going to the toilet * use alcohol-based hand sanitisers when you cant use soap and water * avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth * clean and disinfect surfaces you use often such as benchtops, desks and doorknobs... * clean and disinfect objects you use often such as mobile phones, keys, wallets and work passes * use tap and go instead of cash where possible For more information visit:https://www.health.gov.au//good-hygiene-for-coronavirus-co* See more

06.01.2022 DIABETES: NURSES MAKE THE DIFFERENCE World Diabetes Day is 14th November 2020. The theme is The Nurse and Diabetes. The campaign aims to raise awareness around the crucial role that nurses play in supporting people living with diabetes. Nurses currently account for over half of the global health workforce. They do outstanding work to support people living with a wide range of health concerns. People who either live with diabetes or are at risk of developing the condition need... their support too. People living with diabetes face a number of challenges, and education is vital to equip nurses with the skills to support them. As the number of people with diabetes continues to rise across the world, the role of nurses and other health professional support staff becomes increasingly important in managing the impact of the condition. Healthcare providers and governments must recognise the importance of investing in education and training. With the right expertise, nurses can make the difference for people affected by diabetes. For more information visit https://worlddiabetesday.org/

06.01.2022 How to Ask A Workmate RUOK? How do you have a conversation with a mate firm work when something doesnt seem okay with them? Click on the image below for a video to pick up some tips on how to ask a workmate R U OK?... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYk-VhLyU7c&feature=youtu.be See more

05.01.2022 A wonderful opportunity to share some tips and experiences during these times.

05.01.2022 An important message from BSHS:

04.01.2022 It is exciting to see the Beaufort Nursing Home refurbishment continuing to develop. The builders are currently working on Stage 2 of the project which includes the extension of the dining room area and the addition of three new resident rooms and ensuites.

03.01.2022 What are you doing to look after your mental health & wellbeing this week?

03.01.2022 Try these tips to help combat the effects of wearing a face mask.

03.01.2022 Why not watch this free webinar for some tips and information on supporting the older members of our community during COVID-19. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/home-care-support-for-older