Category: Healthcare, Paediatrics, Children's Hospital
Clients: Children and young people in New South Wales and their families.
Website: schn.health.nsw.gov.au
The Sydney Children Hospital Network
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Leading Paediatric Healthcare for NSW Children

Key Services:

  • Emergency Care
  • Specialised Clinical Services (refer to “Find a service” on their website for specifics)
  • Paediatric Healthcare Education and Training
  • Family and Patient Partnerships
  • Support for Families of Patients

Projects Overview:

The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network is a leading provider of paediatric healthcare in New South Wales, caring for thousands of children each year with the goal of helping them live their healthiest lives. Their website serves as a central hub for information about their services, visiting guidelines, clinical hubs, and resources for families and healthcare professionals.

Goals:

  • Provide comprehensive information about their range of paediatric healthcare services.
  • Offer resources and support for patients and their families, including visiting guidelines and patient handbooks.
  • Facilitate access to emergency care and other clinical services.
  • Share expertise and knowledge with other healthcare professionals through education and training programs.
  • Promote family and patient partnerships to improve the quality of care.
  • Highlight their commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Challenges & Constraints:

  • Communicating a wide array of complex paediatric healthcare services in an accessible way.
  • Providing timely and relevant information for families navigating children’s health issues.
  • Managing information across multiple hospital sites and clinical hubs.
  • Engaging with the community and fostering trust.
  • Supporting the emotional and practical needs of families with sick children.

Projects Solution:

  • Developed a user-friendly website with clear navigation to key information such as “Find a service,” “Visiting and staying,” and “Emergency.”
  • Provided factsheets and resources on various health topics.
  • Established dedicated hubs for clinical information and kids’ health.
  • Offered information on how to get involved through donations, volunteering, and working with the network.
  • Included information on visitor guidelines and COVID-19-related updates.
  • Highlighted their commitment to family and patient partnerships and support services.