Grampians Health honours dedicated staff members

This confirms that Grampians Health Edenhope staff are above average, with a list of dedicated members this week recognised for decades of service. 

Most notably, Therese Burgess has worked the night shift at Edenhope hospital for four decades. 

Her children, colleagues and friends witnessed Therese receive a Life Governor award, which signifies an individual's outstanding contribution and wide-reaching impact. 

Community health nurse Cath McDonald, Engineering Services Leading Hand Andrew Lloyd and Hotel Services Assistant Vicki Dishon have all completed 35 years of service. 

Campus Manager Tricia McInnes and Enrolled Endorsed Nurse Sonya Cryer were recognised for 25 years; Executive Assistant Jodi Finnigan, Enrolled Nurse Rosemary Rudd and Accounts Assistant Maree Emmerton for 15 years; and Enrolled Nurse Carlee O’Bryan for 10 years. 

Service awards were presented by Chief Executive Officer Dale Fraser, who expressed admiration and gratitude on behalf of the organisation. 

“These individuals have dedicated their lives to the care and health of others, which is already a noteworthy path,” he said. “It takes a great deal of character to remain with one organisation, growing and adapting over many years. 

“It’s a credit to these staff, but also to the culture they’ve helped create; our Edenhope community is in experienced and capable hands.” 

Mr Fraser, along with members of the executive team and Grampians Health board, visited Edenhope for award presentations and an afternoon tea.