As part of NSLHD’s response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, dedicated COVID-19 Care teams have been deployed to work across Royal North Shore, Hornsby, Ryde and Mona Vale hospitals to support staff.

The teams will offer workforce support and advice to all staff and managers, as well as check in on staff members’ wellbeing.

The teams will also be able to help source relevant information for staff, feedback any concerns to the district executive and follow up on any questions they can’t immediately answer.

Director Workforce and Culture Paula Williscroft said: “We have a wonderful 10,000-strong team of experienced, caring and professional health workers.

"I am very proud of our staff who remain absolutely focused on the delivery of health care to our patients and community during the COVID-19 situation."

“The COVID-19 Care teams are a priority for the Chief Executive and NSLHD Executive Team so that we can not only support our staff to continue their critical work but hear and respond to their concerns.

“We’ll be onsite in pink vests so feel free to come and ask questions, we’re here for you.”