A critical career change for Melvin

28 Jun 2022

Melvin has worked at St John of God Bunbury Hospital for about one year, having joined the hospital after being recommended it by a friend.

“I decided to change my expertise from critical care to palliative care and have been happy to be a part of this team ever since,” he said.

“There is much more to palliative nursing then most people realise, there is a lot more commitment and engagement to the people we are caring for and the family as well.”

Melvin has worked as a nurse for 14 years, in a variety of countries and cities around the world.

He said he was drawn to Bunbury due to the opportunity to work in palliative care and live in a smaller community.

“For me, my personal values align very closely with those at St John of God Health Care so it was a great fit,” he said.

“I love Bunbury, it is a beautiful place with lots of nature to explore. The people around me are very supportive in my career.”