Justice Health NSW staff have been recognised at the Annual Recognition and Award ceremony in Sydney.
The 2024 Awards were presented across 24 categories (including nursing, medical, allied health and administration) and recognised the hard work and outstanding commitment of health professionals across the state.
Justice Health NSW, Chief Executive, Wendy Hoey said the awards were an opportunity to acknowledge the difference that our staff make in the lives of our patients.
“The depth and quality of health professionals within Justice Health NSW never ceases to amaze me and I am extremely honoured to be the Chief Executive of this organisation.
“This year we received 190 nominations over 25 award categories, which was a 25 per cent increase on last year’s nominations and goes to show the fantastic work taking place across our organisation.
“Our staff support our patients to transform their lives. While much of this work goes unseen, this annual award ceremony enables us to shine a light on some of this exceptional work and to celebrate our amazing people.”
Amongst the winners were:
Employee of the Year – Claire Lang, Health Centre Clerk, Wellington Correctional Centre
Leader of the Year – Chloe Prior, Nurse Unit Manager
Team of the Year – Metabolic Clinic, Forensic Hospital
Board Chair Values Award – Grantley Creighton, Director Aboriginal Health
Chief Executive's Award – Hasanpreet Brar, Acting Regional Nurse Manager – Metro West Region
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network NSW is delighted to announce the permanent appointment of Dr Gary Nicholls to the role of Executive Medical Director.
A world-first study will look at improving the health literacy of people in NSW prisons, thanks to a $500,000 grant awarded to the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW).
Staff at Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW) have been named finalists in the 2024 NSW Health Awards for their extraordinary efforts to improve the NSW public health system.
