The Southern NSW Local Health District says an extra emergency department nurse would be recruited and 10 administration staff were due to start work this week.
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The hospital could also boost nursing numbers in peak periods if needed and planning for summer had been underway for months.
“Managers on duty are able to increase staff numbers during high demand to ensure the community receives appropriate and timely care,” the spokesperson said.
“Southern NSW Local Health District staffs its facilities to provide safe and effective levels of care.
The spokesperson said planners considered “data from previous years, along with increasing staff numbers where appropriate to meet the expected increase in demand”.
The peak summer season provided different challenges, including the number and variety of presentations at the Emergency Department (ED), they said.
“(The hospital) is recruiting a nurse practitioner to supplement the emergency workforce in the emergency department,” the spokesperson said.
“This will further help patient flow.
“The District has also employed ten administration staff who will start working at (the hospital) this week, to help support nurses to undertake clinical work.
“The new administration positions include ward clerks for the paediatrics, renal and maternity wards, along with roles in the human resources, executive support, reception and procurement areas.”
The spokesperson said recruitment continued.
“Management appreciates the efforts of nursing staff during the recent flu season, which impacted rosters and availability,” the spokesperson said.