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3AW Aged Care Nurses Awards

Posted by: 3AW Radio | 2 June, 2010 - 2:33 PM

Awards

The 3AW Aged Care Nurses Awards, in association with Benetas, celebrates the GREAT work of Victoria's aged care nurses and we want your help. Nominate an aged care nurse for the chance to be featured on 3AW, plus he or she will win a great prize from Sharp.

OR contribute to our blog below this onformation, share a story and remind the world just how great our aged care nurses are and how valuable their job is.

To nominate an aged care nurse simply tell us the details of the person you are nominating and why (refer to the judging criteria below) and leave your contact email address. Our judges will be viewing all entries and contacting those of interest, so remember to explain why you are nominating in detail ... tell us the story and if you wish you can include a particular memory/event that is an example of how this person has helped you or someone you know. There will be five winners featured on 3AW week commencing 21 June 2010.

Winning nurses will get a fantastic prize thanks to Sharp! A Sharp HD Widescreen 32 inch Aquos LCD TV with inbuilt HD Digital TV Tuner worth $999!

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PLUS, we would love 3AW listeners to contribute and blog their thoughts and feelings ... Aged Care Nurses are among the hardest working people in our community and they perform such a valuable job, this is your chance to go online and show your appreciation, even just to say 'thanks'.

Benetas is a leading provider of aged care services in Victoria for over 60 years and are the major sponsor of this initiative with 3AW 693. Sharp has donated five LCD TV's to be given to our 5 winners. Benetas and 3AW 693's Afternoon Program (weekdays 12 midday till 4pm) want you to help us salute Victoria's Aged Care Nurses.

JUDGING CRITERIA

1.Nominees are recognized by their peers as leaders in the workplace; they are a role model, inspiring those around them

2.Nominees make a unique and outstanding contribution to improving the lives of older Victorians in aged care

3.Nominees consistently demonstrate exceptional professionalism, excellent standards of practice and a commitment to high quality, person-centered care

4.Nominations must be made and endorsed by two people, including one NON-FAMILY MEMBER such as line manager, supervisor or colleague

5.Nominees must provide employer contact for reference checking

6.Nominees undergoing disciplinary action will not be eligible for an award

7. This promotion is covered by 3AW's competition terms and conditions.

8. 3AW Aged Care Nurses Awards is to honour aged care nurses living in the state of Victoria.

Some tips when nominating:

Post your nomination - along with details of why you are nominating the relevant nurse - with the blog tool below. Please include an email address within the body of the nomination and if you are comfortable - a phone number. If you do not wish to have your nomination published on the website, please email ppanetta@3aw.com.au

By 'snail' mail:

Radio 3AW Melbourne Pty. Limited
GPO Box 369 Melbourne
Vic 3001 Australia

Feel free to email images of your nominated nurse as well and we can publish them. 

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Lauren Todorovich, 25, nurse at Regis Shenley Manor

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Lee Neal, Walmsley Village hostel in Kilsyth, 'inspirational'

Blog comments Your Say

  • a pity the Joan person was not entering comments in the spirit of the competition.

    I have known Diana for 30 years throughout her professional life and I know that she is a great nurse as is her manager, that's why Diana follows her manager so she can work with her. They are a great team. In support of the previous nomination for Diana she is a great nurse and has contributed so much to aged care.

    John Saturday 28 August, 2010 - 12:58 PM

  • yes, Diana Farmer is a terrific clinical nurse, shame about her manager. Wonderful if Manager could inherit a few of Dianas skills.

    JOAN Saturday 14 August, 2010 - 8:12 PM

  • I would like to nominate Diana Farmer, a registered nurse division 1 who demonstrates care and compassion in all she does. Diana works tirelessly for our residents, ensuring their needs are met, working with their loved ones and providing support, guidance to our staff. As her manager I am in awe of her ability as a clinician, problem solving skills, and practical approach in the delivery of care, always ensuring the residents needs, wishes and values are respected.

    Linda Wallace Thursday 5 August, 2010 - 7:45 PM

  • Benatas is a fantastic organization

    fdelorenzo Thursday 24 June, 2010 - 11:01 AM

  • I met 32 year old Natalie Gehrke at my dance class - Her looks belie her age - I thought she was much younger. As we shared career and work stories I was astounded by her maturity and her resilience for such a young woman. I have always been of the opinion that I have a good grip on what most jobs entail, but her revelations about working as an aged care psyche nurse have made me realise the daily grief, relentless and in many cases thankless work taken on by these nurses. Her days are often fraught with being hit or beaten by patients, yet she must remain calm and in control. As she talks I wonder if I could retain such self control.If ever there was a question about your effectiveness in the workplace, this job oozes doubt.Days can be made even longer by the fact that rarely she sees improvements in patients - just a resignation that they need care. She lives their pain, watches as their minds deteriorate faster than their already aging bodies...and yet is inspired by the rare glint in an eye or a slight sign of recognition. And she relays all these evnts with such joy and a sense of fun. She often says that what drives her, what makes her go back to work every day is that she belives she makes a difference. I am almost envious of her unerring confidence that she does. For me she represents a side of this life that we rarely are exposed to. It's emotionally and physically demanding yet she knows she makes a difference. She is a self effacing girl from a humble background who has taught me alot about the reality of a job that most of us could never do.

    anna gregory Tuesday 22 June, 2010 - 10:52 PM

  • I have the pleasure of working with Joan Murphy (no relation) on a daily basis in the dementia specific ward at Ageing Together at Scotchman's Creek. As a Diversional Therapist my work is most beneficial to residents when supported by the efforts of nursing staff. Joan not only delivers this support in bucket loads but she models for all the other staff how important team playing is for the welfare of our residents. I also have the opportunity to observe her everyday interactions with residents, families, visitors and the wide variety of staff members at our facility. She embodies the traits we all aspire to;friendly, patient, warm, energetic, diligent and striving to improve the lives of all under her wing. She truly does inspire.

    Robyn Murphy Saturday 19 June, 2010 - 4:27 PM

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