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MEDICAL IMAGING Welcome to the Central Gippsland Health Medical Imaging Department CONTACT US: radiology@cghs.com.au Phone: 03 5143 8620 (Option 4) Phone hours are 8am-4.30pm Monday to Friday Fax: 03 5143 8691 No Appointments required for General or Dental X-ray. Appointments are required for all other scans. Referrals can be sent to the email address above or faxed to the department. Referrals for MRI and Procedural work are required to be sent to the department prior to appointment being given for protocolling. We are pleased to announce that CGHS Medical Imaging has fully transitioning to digital imaging from July 1, 2024. This significant step forward not only benefits the environment by reducing the use of hazardous chemicals and valuable resources associated with X-ray film, but also enhances convenience for our patients. We will no longer print films or produce CDs of images. Instead, patients can access their images via our online portal system called My-I-MED. Instructions to access the portal can be found in this document. Please also note: Images will be available on the portal 48 hours after the Imaging Test. Formal written reports will be available on the portal from 7 days after reaching the referring doctor. Medical terminology on scans is used for billing purposes only and does not constitute a diagnosis. LOCATIONS: Sale Hospital 155 Guthridge Parade, Sale VIC 3850 Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm Sale CBD Unit 4, 396 Raymond Street, Sale VIC 3850 Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm SERVICES PROVIDED: Service Sale Hospital Sale CBD General X-Ray ✓ ✓ Dental ✓ ✓ Screening ✓ CT ✓ MRI ✓ Ultrasound ✓ ✓ Nuclear Medicine ✓ Mammography ✓ BMD ✓ Central Gippsland Health are pleased to offer the following Medical Imaging services: COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CT OR CAT) Computed tomography (CT) is a diagnostic imaging test used to create detailed images of internal organs, bones, soft tissue and blood vessels. The cross-sectional images generated during a CT scan can be reformatted in multiple planes, and can even generate three-dimensional images which can be viewed on a computer monitor, printed on film or transferred to electronic media. CT scanning is often the best method for detecting many different cancers since the images allow your doctor to confirm the presence of a tumour and determine its size and location. CT is fast, painless, non-invasive and accurate. In emergency cases, it can reveal internal injuries and bleeding quickly enough to help save lives. ULTRASOUND (SONOGRAPHY) Ultrasound imaging uses a transducer or probe to generate sound waves and produce pictures of the body’s internal structures. It does not use ionizing radiation, has no known harmful effects, and provides a clear picture of soft tissues that don’t show up well on x-ray images. Ultrasound is often used to help diagnose unexplained pain, swelling and infection. It may also be used to provide imaging guidance to needle biopsies or to see and evaluate conditions related to blood flow. It’s also the preferred imaging method for monitoring a pregnant woman and her unborn child. MAGNETIC RESONANCE (MR OR MRI) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of the body’s internal structures that are clearer, more detailed and more likely in some instances to identify and accurately characterize disease than other imaging methods. It is used to evaluate the body for a variety of conditions, including tumours and diseases of the liver, heart, and bowel. It may also be used to monitor an unborn child in the womb. MRI is non-invasive and does not use ionizing radiation. X-RAY INCLUDING DENTAL (RADIOGRAPHY) X-ray or radiography uses a very small dose of ionizing radiation to produce pictures of the body’s internal structures. X-rays are the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. They are often used to help diagnosed fractured bones, look for injury or infection and to locate foreign objects in soft tissue. Some x-ray exams may use an iodine-based contrast material or barium to help improve the visibility of specific organs, blood vessels, tissues or bone. MAMMOGRAPHY (DIAGNOSTIC) Mammography is a specific type of breast imaging that uses low-dose x-rays to detect cancer early—before women experience symptoms—when it is most treatable. Mammography plays a central part in the early detection of breast cancers because it can show changes in the breast up to two years before you or your physician can feel them. The American Medical Association (AMA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR) recommend annual mammograms for women over 40. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) adds that women who have a personal or family history of breast cancer should talk to their doctor about when they should begin screening. Breastscreen appointments can be made on 13 20 50 or through the Breastscreen Victoria website https://www.breastscreen.org.au/locations/sale-breastscreen/ BMD (DEXA) DEXA (Dual Emission X-ray Absorptiometry) or Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) is a scan that uses low-level x-ray imaging to determine the density, and therefore strength, of your bones. NUCLEAR MEDICINE Nuclear medicine imaging uses small amounts of radioactive material, a special camera and a computer to create images of the inside of your body. It provides unique information that often cannot be obtained using other imaging procedures to help diagnose many types of cancers, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine, neurological disorders and other health conditions. Because nuclear medicine procedures are able to pinpoint molecular activity within the body, they may detect disease in its earliest stages when it is most easily treated.

REFERRER PORTAL Welcome to our Referrer’s Portal. You will find a list of services provided at the Sale Hospital, and the names of the doctors who provide the service. Please use the contact provided to send referrals. Referrals can be addressed to specific clinicians, or addressed to the speciality where your referral will be triaged within that medical team. Speciality Doctor Referral contact Public/Private Cardiology Dr Kegan Moneghetti gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Prof Andrew Wilson gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Khoa Phan gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Alex Huang gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Vindhya Wilson gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Fei Fei Gong gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Stephanie Rowe gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Andrew Macisaac gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Cardiology Dr Max Ray gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Dermatology Dr Alex Gin reception@dermatologyclinic.com.au Private ENT Dr Stephen Tudge office@malvernhillconsulting.com.au Private Consulting Endocrinology and Diabetes Dr Shree Nagendram gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Gastroenterology Mr Simon Banting mailto:Simon.banting@svha.org.au Private Gastroenterology A/Prof Chris Mills 03 5630 8800 Private Geriatrics Dr Somila Silva gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public IVF Dr Gareth Weston reception@drgarethweston.com.au Private Infectious Disease Dr Emma Paige gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Infectious Disease Dr Aadith Ashok gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Infectious Disease Dr David Griffin gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Nephrology Dr Rory Wallace gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Nephrology Dr Arushi Ramnarain gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Neurology Dr Tharani Chandran gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Neurology Dr Jason Ray gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Neurology Dr Andreas Pattichis gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Neurology Dr Kelly Bertram gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Neurology Dr Michael Zhong gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Obstetrics & Gynaecology Dr Miras Bekbulatov gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Obstetrics & Gynaecology Dr Raja Tewari gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Obstetrics & Gynaecology Dr Sandhya Gupta gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Obstetrics & Gynaecology Dr Nuzhat Zia gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Oncology Dr Divyanshu Dua gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Ophthalmology Dr Doron Hickey alexamini@alexamini.com.au Private Ophthalmology Dr Alex Amini alexamini@alexamini.com.au Private Orthopaedics Mr Malcolm Thomas receptiongog@gmail.com Private Consulting Orthopaedics Dr David Owen receptiongog@gmail.com Private Consulting Paediatrics Dr Graham Barrington gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Paediatrics Dr Abraham Oommen gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Paediatrics Dr Dulshanie Silva gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Paediatrics Dr Mustafa Adamji gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Physician Dr Minz Cheah gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Private Physician Dr Nizam Uddin gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Private Physician Dr Vittal Jadhav gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Surgery Mr Paul Strauss straussmedical@gmail.com Private Consulting Surgery Dr Amanda Young gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Surgery Mr Kuda Galketiya gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Surgery Mr Masimba Nyandowe gpcorrespondence@cghs.com.au Public Surgery Paediatrics Mr Chris Kimber info@thechildrenssurgery.com.au Private Urology Mr Philip McCahy appt@seurology.com.au Private Vascular Dr Neil Roberts neilgroberts@gmail.com Private

1/4 Sale Hospital Heyfield Hospital Stretton Park I'm looking for Patient Information Consumer Feedback Community Participation Compliance Obligations Teleheath Women & Children Specialist Outpatient Clinics Recruitment News Invitation - Annual General Meeting Nov 10, 2025 Brickstravaganza 2025 Nov 6, 2025 Board director opportunities at Central Gippsland Health Service The Minister for Health, the Hon. Mary-Anne Thomas MP, is pleased to invite applications for part time board director positions at Central Gippsland Health Service. The positions start on 1 July 2026, for up to three years. These positions provide an exciting opportunity for persons with an interest in making a difference in the health sector and have the knowledge and skills for ensuring health care is delivered safely and effectively, with public money used to the benefit Oct 27, 2025 MORE NEWS Locations Heyfield Hospital Maffra Hospital Sale Hospital Stretton Park Aged Care Wilson Lodge McDonald Wing Laurina Lodge Allied Health Home Support Services Dental Services Primary Health Care

PATIENT INFORMATION I WANT TO KNOW ABOUT... Admission Be alert to the risk of pressure injury Complaints and Compliments Continue safe practices at home Discharge Information Freedom of Information Get the most from your medicines Getting the most from your treatment Help stop the spread of germs How to prevent a fall Identify yourself! Patient Fees Personal Items Private Health Insurance Preadmission Clinic Prepare yourself for going home Smoking Visiting Hours Your rights and responsibilities Your safety as a patient Consumer Information Guide FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND Let us get you from A to B. MORE INFO PATIENT FEEDBACK Share your experience at Central Gippsland Health. MORE INFO ADMISSION Useful information to have when being admitted as a planned admission includes the following: Health Insurance details, including the level of cover for those with private health insurance Pension details and/or health care cards Name and contact details for next of kin or other contact. Please note that Central Gippsland Health can bill your fund direct for the bed fee. Ask for details when admitted. BE ALERT TO THE RISK OF PRESSURE INJURY A pressure injury (bed sore) can affect even healthy younger patients. Remaining still and in one place for too long can cause pressure to areas such as your heels and buttocks. Play the ‘Bed Callisthenics’ game! There is a set of bed based exercises that your nurse or physiotherapist can show you which will help reduce the pressure. Get up and move around as quickly as possible, if it is recommended, after your surgery. This will also assist the prevention of blood clots. For those patients who are going to be in bed for a while, we have special wedge pillows for your heels. Ask your nurse for those, even if you are on a trolley in the Emergency Department or going to X-ray. Make sure you know what pressure-relieving devices are going to be used in theatre. COMPLAINTS AND COMPLIMENTS Effective complaints management is fundamental to the provision of quality health care services. As part of a quality and risk obligation, Central Gippsland Health is committed to manage complaints in a timely and appropriate manner, review its complaint data, identify systemic and recurring problems and to develop strategies to improve clinical practice and the delivery of health care services across the organisation. A complaint is an expression of dissatisfaction or concerns about a health care service made by consumers, their carers or others. All complaints and concerns are included whether they are formal written complaints, a concern expressed during discussion with a health professional or views expressed as part of a consumer feedback survey. Informal Complaints are verbal expressions of dissatisfaction which can be dealt with promptly and to the complainant’s satisfaction at the point of service. Formal Complaints include all written complaints and any verbal complaints which cannot be dealt with as informal complaints. Consumers may express their concerns, compliments or complaints in a number of ways: Talk with the relevant staff at a Unit/Program/Department level Complete a Complaints Registration Form Write a letter of complaint to the health service Contact the Aged Care Complaints Resolution Scheme Contact the Health Services Ombudsman Victoria Privacy Complaints can be made by contacting the Contact CGH Privacy Officer 03 5143 8705 , contacting the Office of the Health Services Commissioner 1800 13 60 66 , or the Privacy Commissioner 1300 666 444 . Any health service consumer may lodge a complaint. A relative, friend or other person may lodge a complaint provided that, where possible, they have the service user’s permission. Central Gippsland Health also welcomes any compliments to staff or the service generally as these are rewarding to individuals and the whole of the staff and management group, while also assisting in continuous improvement activities. CONTINUE SAFE PRACTICES AT HOME Talk to your doctor and pharmacist. Ask questions and write down what they say. There is a Shared Care Plan booklet available which can help you keep track of medicines, appointments and other important information. You can get equipment for the home if you need it. Contact the Occupational Therapy department before you go home or ask one of the nursing staff to assist. Keep a telephone near your bed at home in case you need help. Never smoke in bed. Look for things in your home that might affect you walking safely about your home: do not use extension cords, be careful with mats and rugs especially on polished floors and shift light furniture clear of pathways to the bathroom. There is some other information available. Ask staff in your ward or treatment area. DISCHARGE INFORMATION At admission or pre-admission, nursing staff will discuss discharge needs. Generally discharge time is between 10 am and 11 am. Where possible you will be given ample notice of discharge and it is preferable that patients are accompanied home by a relative or friend. There is a discharge co-ordinator available to support patients and their families with any discharge needs. The co-ordinator visits patients in hospital to help plan discharge and link patients, before they leave hospital, with appropriate support services if required. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION The Freedom of Information (FOI) Act provides you with a right to request access to documents held by our organisation. It is possible to obtain copies of information, view information or request an amendment to information that is incomplete, incorrect, out of date or misleading. You can also request access to medical information of another person, with their consent. Before you make a request for access You are encouraged to check if the information or document you are seeking is already publicly available such as in our annual report, policies and procedures, resources, or via our website. Where you cannot find the information or document you are seeking, we encourage you to contact us on (03) 5143 8552 and ask if the information or document you are seeking is available or can be provided to you. Making a request for access A request needs to be made in writing, this can be either be brought to our reception or sent in by email or in a letter. The request needs to clearly describe the information or document you are seeking access to. You can make a request for access by either: Emailing: foirequest@cghs.com.au Sending a letter to: The Freedom of Information Officer Central Gippsland Health 155 Guthridge Parade SALE VIC 3850 Bringing your letter or FOI application form to our reception If we cannot clearly identify the information or documents you are requesting, we will contact you to clarify your request. Processing your request Please note that there is an application fee when you request information through the FOI Act. The application is not valid until the application fee is paid (or waived). The application fee will be waived if you can provide evidence that you receive social security benefits e.g. a current health benefits or social security benefits card. Once we understand what information or document you are seeking, we will process your request and provide you with a decision as soon as possible but no later than 30 days after the date of your request. We may extend the 30-day period by up to an additional 15 days if consultation with third parties is required. We assess each FOI request according to the requirements of the FOI Act. You will be notified if there are any documents that are exempt and reference to the section of the FOI Act will be provided. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION APPLICATION FORM GET THE MOST FROM YOUR MEDICINES Ask your nurse or pharmacist about your medicines – what they are, what they look like, what they do, when they are to be taken and what side effects they may have. If you do not recognise a medicine, check that it is for you before taking it. Let your doctor or nurse know if you have any allergies or sensitivities to any medicines, foods or rubber products. Tell your doctor or nurse about all medicines you are taking including vitamins, herbal remedies and any other over the counter medicines. Do not take medicines that you brought from home unless you are told to do so by your doctor or nurse. GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR TREATMENT Ask your doctor and nurse about your plan of care. Make sure that you understand and agree with that plan.Ask a family friend or relative to listen with you when treatment, care plans, test results and discharge plans are explained to you. This will help you remember things later on. Be informed about your treatment. Ask when treatment will be given and what they are for. If you don’t understand a treatment, have someone explain it again. If equipment is used for your care, have someone explain it to you first, show you how it works and how it should sound if there are alarms. Question anything that seems different from what you were told. HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF GERMS Hand washing is the best way to prevent the spread of germs. Practice good personal hygiene and let a nurse know if your linen or gown needs to be changed. Staff will welcome a reminder to wash their hands or wear gloves before they carry out treatment. Ask friends or relatives who have colds or other contagious illnesses not to visit you in hospital. Get vaccinated, if it is recommended. ‘Flu and pneumonia vaccines can help prevent illnesses in older people and those who have low immunity. HOW TO PREVENT A FALL Ask for help if you want to get out of bed especially at night. The hospital is an unfamiliar place and most falls happen when patients try to get out of bed on their own to go to the bathroom. Make sure that your call bell on your bed works and you know how to use it. Let your nurse know if you can’t reach it or can’t use it. Call for help before the need to go to the bathroom gets really urgent. Make sure that the light is on, at night, if you want to use the bathroom or move around your room. Keep your glasses within reach. Make sure that any furniture or equipment is moved out of the path to the door. Wear slippers with rubber soles to prevent slipping. Tell staff if there are any fluid spills or obstructions that might trip you. Make sure that the brakes are locked on your bed and any chairs, including shower chairs and wheel chairs before you get into them. Make sure children are supervised in play areas and around raised equipment like cots. IDENTIFY YOURSELF! When you come into hospital, you will have an identification band on your wrist. You need to wear it at all times. If it comes off, you need to ask for a new one. Check the information on your armband to make sure that your name and other important information is correct. Make sure that all staff check your armband before any procedure or test. PATIENT FEES Eligible (including Reciprocal Health Care) and Ineligible Patient Fees Fees for ineligible patients (patients not covered by Medicare including overseas patients), are set to achieve full cost recovery. Some overseas patient are entitled to financial assistance according to Reciprocal Health Care Agreements. http://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/medicare/reciprocal-health-care-agreements/when-you-visit-australia Ineligible Admitted Patient Fees Patient Classification Accommodation Fee Rates for 2019-20 Medical same day* $1,000 per day Medical overnight / Rehabilitation per day* $1,250 per day Obstetrics Vaginal/Caesarean – total fee $4,000 / $11,000 Surgical – total fee (Contact CFO and HIM urgently) DRG weight x $5,295 Hospital in the Home per day* $750 per day Prosthesis $ cost recovery * The following items will be separately charged to the fee listed above: Medical Imaging Ineligible Emergency Department Fees Patients who are ineligible for Medicare who are attended to in Emergency only will be charged a fee of $600 per attendance. (Note: This is inclusive of the facility fee but excludes diagnostics which should be charged separately) Ineligible Outpatient Fees Outpatient Service Fee Allied Health $100 per hour Antenatal care $100 per hour Postnatal care $100 per hour Home Nursing Care $100 per hour PERSONAL ITEMS Pay close attention to where you place your dentures, hearing aids, eye glasses and other personal items (if you have them). These are very important to your comfort and well-being. Small amounts of cash are advised if you wish to purchase newspapers and other items from the kiosk. Never keep large sums of money in your bedside locker. PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE Central Gippsland Health, Sale Hospital is primarily a public hospital, open to all people throughout the local catchment area. However there is an opportunity for patients to choose, if they wish, to come in as a privately insured patient. Being a private patient can benefit your local hospital, as it lowers the costs to the health service. The benefits you can gain include priority when put on the waiting list for elective procedures and the ability to choose your own doctor. Private patients have first priority on private rooms, but only after clinical considerations are taken into account. Please note, it is important to check your level of cover prior to admission. PRE ADMISSION CLINIC The Pre-admission clinic is run to facilitate day of surgery admissions. It is an opportunity to discuss your needs and plan admission before you attend hospital. Nursing and medical assessment is conducted with documentation completed at the pre-admission clinic. Patient education is provided regarding the surgery to be performed. Contact the pre-admission clinic on 03 5143 8145 for details. PREPARE YOURSELF FOR GOING HOME Make sure that you understand discharge instructions including your medicines and any information about follow-up appointments with your doctor. Ask for a telephone number for the ward in case you have questions when you get home. You also need to be aware of the right time to seek medical treatment if you have any concerns about your health. In some cases, you will be called by one of the nursing staff when you go home to ensure that things are going according to plan. They will discuss with you the best time to call before you leave the ward. SMOKING Central Gippsland Health is a leader in health promotion and acute and community care premises are totally smoke free, with smoking not permitted in buildings or on the grounds. Nicotine replacement therapy is provided for patients while in hospital and staff are supported as required. Aged care facilities, which are the homes for a range of individuals, will continue to have designated smoking areas made available. VISITING HOURS Visiting hours at Sale Hospital are from 10am - 12pm and 2pm - 7pm. Visiting hours for Residential Aged Care Facilities (Heyfield Hospital/Laurina Lodge, Stretton Park, Maffra Hospital/JHF McDonald Wing, Wilson Lodge) are open. YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITES Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights in Victoria YOUR SAFETY AS A PATIENT Central Gippsland Health is committed to ensuring your safety while you are in our organisation. We know that if patients are involved in their care whilst in hospital, they tend to do better and stay safer. By working together as part of the health care team, you can lower your risk of injury and make your stay in hospital as safe as possible. The following may assist you to make your stay a safe and comfortable experience: Ask questions If you need an interpreter when English is not your primary language, please get one of your relatives to let a staff member know. If you are deaf or hearing impaired, please let staff know. If you think of something when your doctor or nurse is not with you, write it down so that you can ask them later. Your safety and comfort is important to us and at CGH we will assess your mobility and transfer needs as part of our safe patient handling (Smart Lift) program. Wherever possible, the maintenance of your mobility independence will be encouraged by our nursing and midwifery staff. Where assistance with mobility and transfers is identified, our trained staff will provide safe patient transfer techniques and appropriate equipment to prevent injuries during patient handling. Dedicated safety champions or “Smart Lift representatives” in each unit ensure their colleagues follow safe patient handling policies and procedures and are available to discuss your specific patient handling needs. CONSUMER INFORMATION GUIDE Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights in Victoria

REGISTERED NURSE GRADUATE PROGRAM At Central Gippsland Health (CGH) we strive to provide exceptional person centred care and to create a culture that is truly people focused and capable of delivering great results for our community. At CGH our Graduate Nurse Program aims to: Provide our graduates with a warm and safe place to grow and consolidate their knowledge and skills. Support our graduates so that they enjoy coming to work and are enriched by their new learning experiences. Provide our graduates with emotional and social supports to assist in the transition from learner to health care practitioner. Develop confident, talented, reflective individuals who can work effectively in an interdisciplinary team. Support our graduates to grow and explore leadership skills that support our values and enable us to lead with care. Foster an environment of lifelong learning and professional growth that enables graduates to follow their passion through individualised career pipelines. In 2026, CGH will be offering up to 18 positions for general stream. This program consists of 3 x 4-month clinical rotations with possible rotational opportunities in: Medical and Surgical Women’s and Children's Emergency Department Critical Care Unit Oncology Dialysis Operating Suites & DPU Paediatrics District Nursing Residential Aged Care Maffra District Hospital Heyfield Hospital Incorporated When deciding where you would like to complete your graduate year it is really important to ensure that you find a program that is the right fit for you. At CGH, we work hard to provide our graduates with a program that supports and challenges you to become the best nurses that you can be. Our smaller cohort size enables our graduates to establish close supportive bonds that you will take with you throughout the course of your graduate year but also last though out your career. Participants will have access to: A choice of 0.6 EFT to 1.0 EFT A GNMP Coordinator designated to the wellbeing and success of Graduates at Central Gippsland Health A 12 Month supported program (February – February) Paid annual leave Paid study days (throughout the course of the year) 2 x Paid days of extensive organisational orientation Free uniforms Paid supernumerary days in each rotation Clinical support with a team of highly experienced educators and preceptors A certificate and badge upon completion of the program Free car parking Salary packaging Free Wi-Fi and MIMS app 24/7 swipe card access to the CGH library with expert help being offered by Librarian The opportunity to join an active social club Access to the CGH staff wellness programs APPLICATIONS & INTERVIEWS

ENROLLED NURSE GRADUATE PROGRAM The Central Gippsland Health (CGH) Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program is designed for newly registered Enrolled Nurses. As you transition from student to Enrolled Nurse, our dynamic and well-structured graduate program will give you the opportunity to build on your existing knowledge and skills, in a friendly and well-supported environment. At CGH, we work hard to provide our graduates with a program that supports and challenges you to become the best nurses you can be. Our smaller cohort size enables our graduates to establish close supportive bonds, that will last throughout your nursing career. The CGH Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program will be offering 2 intakes – one in February and one in July. We have 2 positions available for each intake. At CGH our Graduate Nurse Program aims to: Provide graduates with a safe and supportive environment to grow and consolidate their knowledge and skills. Provide graduates with emotional and social supports to assist in the transition from learner to health care practitioner. Develop confident, talented, reflective individuals who can work effectively in an interdisciplinary team. Support our graduates to grow and explore leadership skills that support our values and enable us to lead with care. Foster an environment of lifelong learning and professional growth that enables graduates to follow their passion through individualised career pipelines This program consists of a 12 month fixed term program consisting of two six-month rotation, with each rotation offering unique opportunities and experiences. First rotation will be through one of CGH’s residential aged care sites – Wilson Lodge in Sale, McDonald Wing in Maffra or Laurina Lodge in Heyfield. Second rotation will be on our Medical or Surgical wards at Sale Hospital. The program offers: A choice of 0.6 EFT to 1.0 EFT A Graduate Nurse Coordinator designated to the wellbeing and success of Graduates at Central Gippsland Health A 12 Month supported program (2 intakes: February and October) Paid annual leave Paid study days (throughout the course of the year) 2 x Paid days of extensive organisational orientation Uniform included Paid supernumerary days in each rotation Clinical support with a team of highly experienced educators and preceptors An online learning platform to complete mandatory training A certificate and badge upon completion of the program Free car parking Salary packaging Free Wi-Fi and MIMS app 24/7 swipe card access to the CGH library with expert help being offered by Librarian The opportunity to join an active social club Access to the CGH staff wellness programs To apply at CGH, all applicants to submit an application (including all supporting documentation) directly to CGH via Seek. Documentation required in order to submit a complete application includes the following: An application letter describing why you wish to take part in the Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program. A Curriculum Vitae including contact details (phone number and email) of at least two (2) clinical referees Certified copy of your clinical skills development record (or similar) Written responses to each of the following key selection criteria: What is it about CGH hat makes you excited to complete a graduate year here? What are your 3 best attributes and how do they impact and influence your nursing or midwifery practice? What has been the biggest challenge of your nursing/midwifery studies and how did you overcome it? For more information on how to apply on seek, please click on the below links: How do I apply for a job on seek? Your 7-step job application checklist APPLICATIONS & INTERVIEWS

HINTS & TIPS Make your application personal Where possible use examples when addressing the key selection criteria Make sure you know what your referees are going to say about you (there’s nothing wrong with asking) Make sure you address all documentation to the correct hospital Ensure that all requested documentation is uploaded Get yourself known, email the Graduate Nurse Midwifery Program Coordinator and ask questions about the program If you don’t usually wear jewellery, avoid wearing it to an interview because you will fiddle with it Try to relax the interviews aren’t as scary as you think they are, be yourself Do some research about the hospital before your interview and know about the Graduate Nursing /Midwifery program you are applying for If you are nervous about your interview, google nursing interview questions and practice your responses with friends or a family member Attend an information session to hear more about the program Find the program that is the right fit for you Remember you are only starting out your career ask yourself: Has it got enough support? Are there rotations that interest you? How many study days do they offer? Will I see or hear from my graduate coordinator? How big is the cohort size? What is the retention rate after the graduate year? What EFT are they offering? Will this program fit with my life i.e family, children etc?

GRADUATE REGISTERED NURSES / MIDWIVES - APPLICATIONS & INTERVIEWS At CGH we believe that our personalised approach sets us apart when supporting our Graduates and staff. We have one small cohort of Graduate Registered Nurses / Graduate Registered Midwives who commence their program in February each year. The computer match process is a two-part application process, all eligible students will first need to register with the Post Graduate Medical Council of Victoria (PMCV) and submit their list of hospital preferences. Following this, each applicant will then need to submit an application directly to each hospital on their preference list. PMCV Match opens Monday 2nd June 2025 at 10:00am, closes Wednesday 2nd July at 17:00. Face to face interviews will take place at CGH between Monday 21st July and Friday 7th August 2025. Zoom interviews can be arranged via special request. APPLICATIONS: PART ONE - PMCV: CGH complies with the PMCV Computer Matching process. Further information regarding the PMCV computer match process including how to apply for a Graduate year at CGH and key dates can be found by clicking on the link below: https://gnmp.pmcv.com.au/ PART TWO - HOSPITAL APPLICATION To apply at CGH, the second part of the application process requires all applicants to submit an application (including all supporting documentation) directly to CGH via Seek. Documentation required in order to submit a complete application includes the following: Curriculum vitae with a current passport sized photo of yourself An application letter describing which stream you are applying for and why you wish to take part in the CGH Graduate Program Written responses to each of the following key selection criteria: – What are your 3 best attributes and how do they impact and influence your nursing or midwifery practice? – What has been the biggest challenge of your nursing/midwifery studies and how did you overcome it? – What is it about CGH that makes you excited to complete a graduate year here? A certified transcript of academic results, to date Two certified acute placement clinical appraisals – Please include both formative and summative appraisals in your application. Please note: mental health placement appraisals will not be accepted. For more information on how to apply on seek, please click on the below links: How do I apply for a job on seek? Your 7 step job application checklist INTERVIEWS: CGH interviewing dates and processes comply with PMCV computer match guidelines. Following the closing date for applications, each application will be examined and invitations for interview will be emailed to successful candidates. These invitations will ask you to open the attached link and select a time and date for interview. At CGH we understand that interviews can be daunting, and we try to make it as nice as possible for you. Our interviews consist of a 30-minute panel interview in which there are 2-3 interviewers (Graduate Nurse and Midwifery Program Coordinator (GNMP), NUMs, HR representatives etc) and yourself. During this time, we take turns to ask you questions that are designed to allow us to learn a little bit more about you as well as examine your critical thinking and knowledge of our organisation. If you have any questions regarding the Graduate Nurse & Midwifery Program you are welcome to contact: Annie McAdam, GNMP Coordinator Phone: 03 5143 8516 Email: annie.mcadam@cghs.com.au Rhys Cuthill, GNMP Coordinator Phone: 03 5143 8511 Email: rhys.cuthill@cghs.com.au Amy Norden, Manager Workforce Development Phone: 03 5143 8517 Email: amy.norden@cghs.com.au

CAREER PATHWAYS At CGH we are proud of our ability to recruit and retain many of our Graduates. We hope that you enjoy your graduate year and would like to continue with CGH after completion. Following on from the completion of your Graduate year, CGH offers amazing career pathways that promote lifelong learning and career developments in a variety of settings including some of which include: Ongoing ward contracts that assist in strengthening your capabilities and leadership skills. Transition to Specialty programs that can be individually tailored to your interests and provide staff with a structured program consisting of: Rotations in our clinical and high acuity areas Study day’s Educator support These programs are a 12 month fixed term contract which aim to facilitate further learning and consolidation for staff and act as preparation for post graduate studies. POST GRADUATE PROGRAMS CGH believes in lifelong learning and in collaboration with Universities, supported by Clinical Educators. Post Graduate programs that staff are currently undertaking include: Medical & Surgical Emergency Critical Care Peri-operative Midwifery Palliative Care Paediatrics Education Leadership and Management

GRADUATE NURSE & MIDWIFERY PROGRAMMES The Graduate Nursing and Midwifery Program at CGH is specifically designed for those who have completed a double degree Nursing and Midwifery course, and in 2026 CGH will be taking up to 2 positions in this program. We will also be offering 2 positions for Graduate Midwifery Direct Entry. Within both of these streams, we aim to develop confident and competent midwives with clinical exposure given across both general nursing and midwifery areas. Our health service is able to offer Graduates access to our level 4 neonatal newborn service and level 3 maternity service. Each double degree Nursing/Midwifery Graduate and single-entry Graduate Midwifery is valued and provided with opportunities to build and consolidate their clinical capabilities though exposure to our: Birthing Suites Special Care Nursery Paediatrics Obstetrics & Gynaecology General ward patients Post operative patients In conjunction to this, your 12-month Graduate Nursing/ Midwifery Program will include: Your choice of 0.6 EFT to 1.0 EFT A GNMP Coordinator designated to the wellbeing and success of Graduates at Central Gippsland Health A 12 Month supported program (February – February) Paid annual leave Paid study days (throughout the course of the year) 2 x days of extensive organisational orientation Study days that will cover general and midwifery content such as FSEP, PROMPT, NNR and Mid Skills. Free uniforms Paid supernumerary days in each new rotation Clinical support with a team of highly experienced educators and preceptors A certificate and badge upon completion of the program Free car parking Salary packaging Free Wi-Fi and MIMS app 24/7 swipe card access to the CGH library with expert help being offered by Librarian The opportunity to join an active social club Access to the CGH staff wellness programs APPLICATIONS & INTERVIEWS

GRADUATE NURSE & MIDWIFERY PROGRAM WELCOME At Central Gippsland Health (CGH) we aim to provide our community with a people-focused health service, that understands that leading with care is an essential ingredient in ensuring that we can deliver great results for both our staff, patients and our wider community. As such, we understand that choosing a Graduate Nursing or Nursing/Midwifery Program can seem like a daunting task. However, at CGH our motto is that we are “better together”. In line with this philosophy, we believe that our Graduate Nurses & Midwives are an essential part of our healthcare team and we provide them with a strong supported foundation, lifelong learning, and opportunities to build new relationships and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Central Gippsland Health is incredibly proud of our Graduate Programs and are thrilled to be able to offer the following streams to newly graduated nurses: Registered Nurse Graduate Program (General stream) Graduate Nursing/ Midwifery Program (Double Degree) Graduate Midwifery Program (Single Entry) Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program (please click on the links below to find out more information) REGISTERED NURSE GRADUATE PROGRAM GRADUATE NURSE & MIDWIFERY PROGRAMMES APPLICATIONS AND INTERVIEWS CAREER PATHWAYS HINTS & TIPS ENROLLED NURSE GRADUATE PROGRAM

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