Aged care nurse wins national award

A local aged care nurse has won the national Outstanding Individual Award in national Age Services Awards.

Ms Claire Abbott, from Peninsula Village, received the award in the Leading Age Services Australia Excellence in Age Services Awards, for her role as nurse practitioner.

"It is with a great sense of personal achievement and pride that I can facilitate tailored, person-centred health and clinical care to the residents who allow me the privilege to help achieve their health goals," said Ms Abbott.

"When I first started my career as an assistant in nursing, I never dreamed I would be recognised on a national scale for my role working with older aged people.

"I have been highly fortunate for the opportunities and people I have met throughout my career, and I would like to thank those who have had a positive influence and have taught me the art of nursing," she said.

"Our organisation is extremely proud of Claire for the work she does for our residents," said Peninsula Villages chief Mr Shane Neaves.

"To be recognised as the most outstanding individual in Australia's aged care industry is an honour that I'm sure that Claire will cherish for the rest of her life.

"Claire is an integral member of our organisation and has improved the lives of our residents through her innovative approach to aged care," Mr Neaves said.

Peninsula Villages is one of only a few aged care facilities to have a full-time nurse practitioner on-site.

"With the Peninsula region currently experiencing an aged care GP crisis, Claire's presence has allowed Peninsula Villages to continue to offer high care to residents needing ongoing or one-off care," Mr Neaves said.

"The commitment and care that Claire shows to our residents is evidence enough why she is deserving of this award. Her contributions to making our organisation a leader in our field is second to none," he said.

The Excellence in Age Services Awards aim to promote and recognise excellence across the diverse and dynamic fields of endeavour in the age services industry, and to celebrate the passion and achievements of organisations, teams and individuals in the service of older Australians.

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Media release, 7 Nov 2018

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