Acute Zone Nurse Manjula Edathil-Veedu was recently selected as an outstanding student and nominated for the annual Kristy Morton Award for achieving high standards while undertaking the College of Emergency Nurses New Zealand (CENNZ) triage course.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In this edition, read about Te Pae Tata (our opportunity) – the interim New Zealand Health Plan and the transfer of roles to Te Aka Whai Ora. There’s information about the code of expectations for health entities as well as a timely reminder to take care of yourself.
Also, in this edition, we shine the spotlight on the roll-out of the National Bowel Screening Programme on the Coast, celebrate the achievements of our Whānau Ora kaimahi and acknowledge Dr Alan Furniss’ recent award for excellence in rural practice.
There’s a quiz that tests your knowledge of human anatomy and information about MPX (monkeypox).
Main sections you will find in this edition of the West Coast Pānui:
In this edition, read about the Te Whatu Ora Change Hub, which includes information about the working groups, work streams and the design process of the new health system operating model. There’s an update on our visitor restrictions as well as some helpful information about supporting healthcare workers through the pandemic. Also, in this edition, we welcome Dr Calvin Davis to the South Westland Area Practice team, shine the spotlight on Medical Laboratory Technician Harriet Hoeve as well as Immunisation Coordinator Jessie Chapman.There’s a quiz that tests your knowledge of medical-themed TV shows and movies and a delicious Curried Kumara Soup recipe.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In this last CE Update (as we know it) before the change to Health New Zealand, Peter reflects on West Coast DHB and shares the goals of the new health system. These include more equitable and accessible healthcare that is cohesive and responsive to people of all communities.
Also, in this edition, we get tips and reminders about how to protect ourselves from colds, flu and viruses and stay well this winter.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In this edition of the CE Update, Peter Bramley talks about the importance of looking after ourselves and using the available supports when needed. He acknowledges the introduction of the National Bowel Screening Programme to the Coast and the mahi behind it’s rollout. He also touches on the efforts of our West Coast people and staff in supporting the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination programme.
The System Level Measures Framework was introduced by the Ministry of Health in 2016/17 and encourages a system-wide approach to improving health outcomes. It presents a core set of national
outcomes for the health sector to strive towards with the opportunity to identify a set of local quality improvement activities, aligned with each of the national outcomes.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In this edition of the CE Update, a word from Chief Executive Peter Bramley. Peter thanks everyone for his warm welcome to the West Coast DHB. He acknowledges the need to close the equity gaps along with ensuring that we continue to work in an integrated way with primary and community care and all the health care providers who make up the West Coast Health System.
Focus on People is West Coast DHB’s Quality Accounts annual publication. This special 2020 edition aims to provide you with a snapshot of the work we have been doing over the past year to improve the health and wellbeing of Coasters.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In this edition of the CE Update, Acting Chief Executive Andrew Brant thanks everyone for the warm welcome and introduction to the West Coast Health System. He talks about the implementation of a rural generalist model and touches on the official opening of Te Nīkau Hospital & Health Centre and future of Buller Health.
This 2020/21 System Level Measures Improvement Plan was drafted prior to the initiation of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The West Coast Health System’s current focus is on implementing our pandemic response in line with Ministry of Health directives, adapting delivery of health care to maintain essential services and ensuring we continue to prioritise support for our most vulnerable populations.
It is anticipated that as we move from the response phase to the recovery phase, our high level priorities will remain unchanged. However, there is likely to be a purposeful delay in progressing some actions and work so that resources can be directed to areas of higher priority.
Where capacity allows, our alliance groups are assessing their work plans and identifying which focus areas are of high priority. This will inform the development of a recovery plan that will highlight any substantial changes in the actions, timeframes and selected contributory measures in the West Coast’s 2020/21 System Level Measures Improvement Plan.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In the July edition of the CE Update, Chief Executive David Meates gives a special thanks to everyone on the Coast for waiting patiently for our long-awaited new facility, Te Nīkau, Grey Hospital & Health Centre. He also acknowledges the huge efforts everyone across the West Coast Health System put into our response to the COVID-19 pandemic response.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter.
In this edition of the CE Update, Chief Executive David Meates provides an update on the activities we have been undertaking as part of our preparedness for managing COVID-19 patients on the Coast. This includes information on the limits that have been placed on access to our facilities to protect our patients and frequently asked questions.
Focus on People is West Coast DHB’s Quality Accounts annual publication. This special 2019 edition aims to provide you with a snapshot of the work we have been doing over the past year to improve the health and wellbeing of Coasters.
The System Level Measures Framework was introduced by the Ministry of Health in 2016/17 and encourages a system-wide approach to improving health outcomes.
It presents a core set of national outcomes for the health sector to strive towards with the opportunity to identify a set of local contributory measures, aligned with each of the national outcomes.
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter. In this issue: Wellbeing Budget, West Coast Health Facilities Update and more…
West Coast DHB’s own newsletter. In this issue: WCDHB announces name of new health facilities in Greymouth and more.
Whataroa Clinic Roster for February 2025
Hari Hari Clinic Roster for February 2025
Haast Clinic Roster for February 2025
Franz Josef Glacier Clinic Roster for February 2025
Fox Glacier Clinic Roster for February 2025
Whataroa Clinic Roster for January 2025
Hari Hari Clinic Roster for January 2025
Haast Clinic Roster for January 2025
Franz Josef Glacier Clinic Roster for January 2025
Fox Glacier Clinic Roster for January 2025
1. Te Nīkau Overview:
– A modern facility offering a range of healthcare services including planned appointments, urgent care, patient monitoring, and emergency stabilization.
2. Emergency Department (ED) Pathways:
– Immediate care for life-threatening conditions (e.g., heart attacks, strokes) means you’ll be taken straight to a bed.
– If assessed as safe to wait, you may undergo tests like ECGs or X-rays before being seen by the ED team.
3. Primary Care Clinic Pathways:
– If your condition is non-urgent, you may receive a same-day appointment or be scheduled for a future visit with the appropriate clinician.
4. Waiting Process:
– The waiting area can be busy. If your condition worsens, inform the nurse. Waiting times are based on clinical priority.
5. Payment Information:
– Consultations are free for enrolled patients under 14 and for sexual health appointments for under-25s. Regular fees apply for others. Payments can be made at Main Reception.
6. Hours of Operation:
– Hospital services operate 24/7. Planned care is available 8 am – 8 pm, Monday to Friday. For after-hours care, contact Ka Ora at 0800 252 672.
Te Whatu Ora West Coast Primary Practice Medical Centres fee schedule, effective 12 December 2023.
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini is pleased to present the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme Annual Report for 2021/2022.
Despite the ongoing impact of COVID-19 and then the change to our health legislation to Pae Ora (Healthy futures Act on July 1, 2022) and the accompanying dissolving of the District Health Boards, we have continued to build on work from the past few years which had a focus of equity following the agreement on the Maternity Strategy for Te Tai o Poutini.
We have been specifically increasing the work we do with the community and ensuring their voices are becoming louder and also working to reflect our Te Tiriti obligations in all that we do. Having the Strategy framework and now also having Te Pae Tata (the Interim New Zealand Health plan) with one of the Pou being Kahu Taurima (maternity and early years) means that the work we have done has a platform to continue as we realign our maternity systems nationally.
In Te Tai o Poutini we understand that we need to meet the requirements of Pae Ora (Healthy Futures Act 2022) and Kahu Taurima and the expectations of both Te Aka Whai Ora and Te Whatu Ora.
The West Coast District Health Board is pleased to present the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme Annual Report for 2020/21.
The West Coast District Health Board is pleased to present the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme Annual Report for 2020.
The West Coast has had a busy year again this year as we completed the Maternity Strategy and agreed with the Board to use it as a platform to guide not only the first 1,000 days, but we have also initiated the programme called Growing Up Well on the West Coast. We have a project group with wide representation across our community and have commenced hui around different communities on the West Coast, so we can improve our maternity and other systems for whanau.
RE Official information request WCDHB 9439
I refer to your email dated 23 June 2020 requesting the following information under the Official
Information Act from West Coast DHB. Specifically:
The protocols the DHB had/have in relation to access for support people in the hospitals within your
DHB region during Level 2 lockdown (between 14 May and 8 June) and Level 1.
The West Coast District Health Board is pleased to present the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme Annual Report for 2018/19.
The West Coast has had a busy year again this year as we work towards the development of a Maternity strategy that will guide us for the next five years. A broad
framework was presented to a Hui in February this year and we now continue to refine the outcomes of the feedback. This work along with the realignment of the West
Coast health system beyond maternity has prompted much discussion about how we best meet the needs of our maternity population. The discussions have also developed
into how maternity then sits alongside the other work happening particularly in the well child and mental health spaces.
In preparation for the demolition needed to make way for construction of the new Buller Health facility, we are relocating a number of services to other areas of the
facility over the weekend starting Friday 22 November 2019.
From Monday 25 November, our Cobden Street entrance will become the single point of entry for the majority of our services, including Buller Medical Centre.
This flyer contains information that you need to know if you’re planning to visit the facility.
RE Official Information Act request WCDHB 9330
I refer to your email dated 29 July 2019 requesting the following information under the Official Information Act from West Coast DHB.
The purpose of this document is to:
• Provide a common framework for planning, prioritising, structuring and delivering health services during, and recovering from, any emergency affecting the health of the people of the West Coast.
• Define and allocate roles and responsibilities as well as the relationships necessary to implement this plan.
• Incorporate, by reference, supporting WCDHB plans/documents and those of health providers that form part of this plan.
• Meet contractual or legal obligations and be consistent with the requirements of Ministry of Health & Civil Devence
Focus on People is West Coast DHB’s special newsletter, published at the end of every year.
This special 2018 edition once again shares with our wider community special achievements and stories on the beautiful West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. We invite you to all celebrate with us!
The West Coast DHB’s Public Health Plan is a companion document to the West Coast DHB Annual Plan.
It presents the public health outcomes that the West Coast DHB’s Public Health Unit (Community and Public Health) works towards, as well as key priorities for the 13 programme areas under which this work is structured.
Lower cost general practice visits, for children aged 13 years and under.
We are changing things to make visits to this general practice more affordable for your family and whānau.
All children aged 13 years and under enrolled with us won’t be charged a fee for a standard visit with a doctor or nurse.
The West Coast District Health Board is pleased to present the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme Annual Report for 2017/18.
The West Coast has had a busy year again this year building on the work of the past years. The report last year has been shared widely and has prompted more discussion about how we can continue to improve the maternity system for our mothers and their babies. These discussions have sat alongside the wider discussions within our DHB about the challenges of a rural / remote rural DHB the length of the South Island and how we provide health services equitably. In this case we have been discussing how we provide maternity services and how we have to develop this work capacity among other colleagues particularly in our remotest parts of the DHB such as Haast as an example.
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