Murray Valley Private Hospital in Wodonga, Victoria | Medical centre

Murray Valley Private Hospital

Locality: Wodonga, Victoria

Phone: +61 2 6055 3100

Address: Nordsvan Drive 3690 Wodonga, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mvph.com.au

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24.01.2022 - Our People - It’s always heart-warming to see examples of our team members embodying our philosophy of ‘people caring for people’. Mollie McDonald is an endorsed enrolled nurse in one of Ramsay’s perinatal mental health units in Victoria. Here is her story:... My mother was a nurse, so it was something I was always interested in doing. One thing I discovered very early on is that, as a nurse, you are constantly continuing your education. I completed 18 months study at Swinburne University and I have started studying again to become a Registered Nurse. When I heard about the opportunity to apply for a scholarship for the Mental Health First Aid Course, it was something I was really keen to put my hand up for. The course appealed to me as I work in the Perinatal Mental Health ward and I wanted to not only improve my knowledge of mental health issues but also my confidence with patients. The 12-hour course was run over a number of days and I really got a lot out of it; I’ve already started to implement some of the strategies I learned. It has reaffirmed how important it is to take a holistic approach to dealing with mental health issues. My skills have definitely improved and I am much more confident in my decision making around risk assessment. Doing the course as a group helped me build relationships with people in other parts of the hospital and encouraged us to feel more united as a team. It is definitely something I would recommend to my colleagues. It was great to be given the opportunity to do this course, particularly for those who are fairly new to nursing. I’ll be on the lookout for other Ramsay scholarship opportunities to further improve my skills.

24.01.2022 REMEMBRANCE DAY 2020 By observing one minute's silence we pay tribute to the men and women who have served and are still serving in our defence forces and remember those who have died or suffered in conflicts, wars and peacekeeping operations. This Remembrance Day, share who you are remembering on social media using the hashtag #WeRememberThem

24.01.2022 In this most unusual and difficult year, Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Action Week is more important than ever. With many expecting and new parents struggling due to COVID-19, it’s critical that we work together to support families facing mental health challenges at this time. #TellSomeoneWhoCares #PANDAWeek2020 #Ramsayhealthcare Find a service at: ... https://www.ramsayhealth.com.au/Find-a-Service/Mental-Health or https://www.ramsayhealth.com.au/Find-a-Service/Maternity See more

14.01.2022 In June, we celebrate World Environment Day and it is a great time to acknowledge the important work Ramsay Health Care has been doing to reduce our impact on the planet. Over the past year we have replaced 16 million single use plastic items with sustainable options. Most of our hospitals have, or are in the process of, removing plastic water bottles, which will save 6 million water bottles from landfill each year. In 2021, Ramsay has committed to a multi-year program of ins...talling solar panels across our hospital network. These sustainability initiatives are all part of how Ramsay Cares caring for our people, caring for our planet and caring for our local communities. We’re proud to be making a difference for our generation and those to come. If you’d like to find out more about Ramsay Cares, visit ramsayhealth.com/ramsaycares https://youtu.be/W12dRXy7gNM

13.01.2022 June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month As the second deadliest cancer in Australia, bowel cancer claims the lives of 5,336 Australians every year (103 a week), including 272 people under the age of 50. It’s the deadliest cancer for young people aged 25-34 years and tends to be diagnosed late when cancer has spread and is harder to treat. 99% of bowel cancer cases can be treated successfully if found early but fewer than 50% are detected early.... Help reduce your risk by: - Living a healthy lifestyle - Eating a healthy diet - Exercising regularly - Cutting down on alcohol - Quit smoking - Screening for bowel cancer (screening kits available in store) Chat with your pharmacist for advice on bowel cancer prevention, screening and generally living a healthier lifestyle. To find your nearest pharmacy, visit the Ramsay Pharmacy website https://www.ramsaypharmacy.com.au/Store-Finder

12.01.2022 The Ramsay community has grown stronger by our shared experiences this year. As we approach the end of 2020 and look forward to 2021, our staff are providing personal stories about working on the frontline in Victoria. Their words are inspirational: It was when I was visiting a sick grandparent in hospital that I first realised I wanted to be a nurse. I was in Year 11 at the time and growing up in Benalla in north-east Victoria. I remember watching the nurses go about their ...work and feeling the pull to care for people in the same way. I’ve been a registered nurse for 29 years now, and I love it. I love the people. My first job out of university was in an aged care facility and that instilled a great deal of compassion in me. There’s a lot of stories to be told amongst the elderly and, from a skills perspective, I learned so much from taking care of them. These days, I work mostly in the orthopaedic ward but, during quieter times, we all work in different parts of the hospital. I don’t think there’s a ward I haven’t worked on. As nurses, we are in the trade of caring. If we can help, we want to lend our skills and knowledge. Everyone wants to be part of the team that makes the community as healthy and safe as possible. It’s silly but I still get emotional about how the people we touch really rely on us. We are in such a fortunate position where we get to have a big impact on how well their hospital stay goes. It can be something as simple as a warm smile that makes their worries disappear. We always want to make sure we meet the expectations of our patients, so we measure patient satisfaction through Net Promoter Score surveys, which are conducted independently by a third party. Scores above 50 are considered ‘excellent’, and all Ramsay Health Care hospitals across Victoria were ranked in this tier throughout 2020. This really makes us happy to know that our patients are scoring us highly on the care they receive. 2020 has been challenging for everyone, but we are proud to have answered the call for help when other hospitals and aged care facilities needed help. It was a terrific team spirit. I think the secret to being a good nurse is to come in every shift and try to make someone’s just that little bit brighter. It’s a great privilege to care for others the way we do. ~ Hellen Lang, Registered Nurse

11.01.2022 - TELL SOMEONE WHO CARES - 2020 brings the 15th annual PANDA Week. This year, more than ever it’s vital that expecting and new parents who are struggling know they’re not alone and can reach out for help. And just as importantly, they can know that when they do reach out, they will be supported by those they confide in, whether family members, health professionals, PANDA or other perinatal mental health specialists.... https://www.ramsayhealth.com.au/Find-a-Service/Maternity or https://www.ramsayhealth.com.au/Find-a-Service/Mental-Health #PANDAWeek2020 #TellSomeoneWhoCares #Ramsayhealthcare Content: @PANDAnational

09.01.2022 RAMSAY’S FIRST CAREER BOOSTING PROGRAM NOW OPEN TO NURSES & MIDWIVES Nurses and midwives wanting to expand their career into management roles can now apply for the first leadership course under Ramsay Health Care Australia’s exciting new range of professional development programs. Read the full article - http://ow.ly/YkOy50EYRxZ

08.01.2022 #WorldOsteoporosisDay Globally, one in three women and one in five men aged 50 years and over will suffer an osteoporotic fracture. Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens your bones, making them fragile and more likely to break (fracture). 5 steps to healthy bones and a fracture-free future ... 1. Exercise regularly 2. Ensure a diet rich in bone-healthy nutrients 3. Avoid negative lifestyle habits 4. Find out whether you have risk factors 5. Get tested and treated if needed

07.01.2022 DAY 7 FEEL GOOD FRIDAY Serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins are famously happy hormones that promote positive feelings like pleasure, happiness, and even love. Research on the science behind happiness indicates that through exercise and positive self-talk, we can trigger some of these feel-good hormones.... Your challenge for today is to take a moment to invest in self-compassion. Take five minutes to be with yourself and acknowledge your awesomeness. Write down your mantra! Share how you feel about completing the challenge with #RHCMentalhealth

03.01.2022 RAMSAY RELEASES AUSTRALIAN OVERVIEW OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC RESPONSE: Australia’s largest private hospital operator, Ramsay Health Care, has released a national overview of its significant contributions to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic in conjunction with the public health system. Ramsay Health Care’s COVID-19 Pandemic Response brochure highlights the ways Ramsay assisted with the effort across every aspect of the business, its learnings from COVID-19, looking to the future, and ...Continue reading

03.01.2022 In addition to the information earlier today: The following visitor restrictions apply in Metropolitan Melbourne from 6.00pm tonight 25 May until 6.00pm 4 June: Patients can have two visitors at a time, and a total of five visitors per day... For end of life visits, patients can have two visitors at a time and there is no limit on the number of total visitors a day If you have any questions about your upcoming procedure or treatment, please contact your doctor or relevant hospital.

02.01.2022 - Rehabilitation At Home - Rehabilitate in the safety, comfort and privacy of your own home. Depending on your needs, Ramsay Connect can provide effective and convenient rehabilitation services following a wide range of surgical procedures and for medical conditions including:... Joint replacements Reconditioning Mobility problems and falls Fractures Neurological conditions Respiratory conditions Cardiac conditions Phone: 1800 799 732 or head to https://rmsyhc.com/3nw1Ise

02.01.2022 PANDA Week 2020 Many are surprised to learn that perinatal anxiety and depression also affects men. One in ten expecting or new dads will be affected. This year, more than ever it’s vital that expecting and new parents who are struggling know they’re not alone and can reach out for help.... #TellSomeoneWhoCares

01.01.2022 UPDATE - 27/5/21 INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS If you have been identified as a known or close contact of a confirmed case or are unwell with any cold or flu like symptoms, and are scheduled for a procedure, please contact your doctor before attending the hospital.... Where tolerated, patients should wear a level one surgical mask when outside of their room and when staff are in the patient’s room. Anyone entering the facility must be screened and temperature checked If you have any questions about your upcoming procedure or treatment, please contact your doctor or relevant hospital INFORMATION FOR VISITORS Due to a COVID-19 cluster in Melbourne, the following rules apply to all hospitals in Victoria until 11.59pm on 3 June 2021: Visitors will only be able to enter for the following reasons: - End of Life: Two visitors are permitted at a time for end-of-life circumstances. Additional visitors are allowed, but only two can visit at the same time. - Maternity: One support person is allowed for maternity patients including the antenatal, delivery and post-natal period. o Children: Parents of children are permitted. - Carer: A carer of a person with a disability is allowed. - Other exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis and require approval of the Executive. Visitors who fall into the above categories must wear masks at all times. Children under the age of 12 are not required to wear masks. Anyone entering the facility must be screened and temperature checked.