Commitment to learning leads to new directions
With a focus on some of our up and coming nursing caregivers, Loren McCavanagh shares how she made it from graduating university to becoming part of St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital’s perioperative nursing team.
10 May 2017
10 May 2017
“I graduated in 2015 from Curtin University and applied for the ‘Perioperative Intensive Transition (PIT)’ program.
“This program is a way for graduates to work in metropolitan hospitals to gain the experience and qualifications to work in a perioperative – or surgical – environment,” says Loren.
“I was successful in applying for this program and was placed at St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital. Once I had completed the program, I was employed by the hospital.
“At the end of last year, I was asked if I wanted to do a Graduate Diploma in Perioperative Nursing at Notre Dame University, which I started in Feburary. The diploma is recognised around the world.
“I always wanted to work in the perioperative area. It is a challenging role as you need good time management skills and knowledge of the equipment and what is needed during each operation.
“It is important to have a good background knowledge of the different specialties and I am hoping in the future to do a Masters in Perioperative Nursing,” said Loren.
Oliver Brennan, Nurse Unit Manager Perioperative Services, says Loren’s enthusiasm to learn is a credit to her.
“Loren has achieved some great things, having come from the PIT program, which is a great entry into Perioperative nursing. She has worked hard to develop her skills,” said Oliver.
We acknowledge Loren’s efforts in the lead-up to International Nurses Day on Friday 12 May.
If you have had a great experience at our hospital, and would like to recognise one of our wonderful nursing caregivers, please share your story on our Facebook page, and hashtag #IND2017 #VoiceToLead