Health workers in Mudgee will soon have access to four recently completed Key Health Worker Accommodation Units, as part of the increased efforts to attract, recruit and retain staff in the Central West of NSW.
Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park said the four new units will provide safe, comfortable accommodation for health workers who will be employed to provide much needed health services to the Mudgee community.
The accommodation will consist of:
The units are located on hospital grounds and have been designed with safety, liveability and comfort at front of mind.
They are equipped with all the modern necessities including kitchenettes, comfortable living areas and ensuite bathrooms.
The provision of accommodation for key health workers is a major component of the District's strategy to support and build the Western NSW health workforce, including additional projects at Warren, Collarenebri, Walgett, Baradine, Condobolin, Tullamore, Narromine, Trundle and Wellington.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park:
“These new units are a very valuable resource, as we know affordable, accessible accommodation is critical to attracting staff in regional and rural areas.
“Recruitment is one of the biggest challenges facing regional, rural and remote health services, and these new units will support health workers looking to establish themselves in a new community.
“The NSW Government has committed an additional $200.1 million to increase key health worker accommodation across rural and regional areas of the state as part of the 2024-25 NSW Budget."
Quotes attributable to Labor Spokesperson for Dubbo Stephen Lawrence:
“These units are a great asset to the Mudgee Health service.
“It means visiting nurses, doctors, allied health professionals and other health personnel will have a safe and comfortable place to stay while providing services at the hospital and within the community."