Patient care emerged as the strongest theme across the nominations submitted for WentWest’s newly launched Primary Care Nurses Day recognition program.
Almost 40 nominations were received, with many team members putting forward a colleague for the Nominate a Nurse campaign. A panel selected five outstanding Western Sydney nurses whose submissions closely reflected the program criteria, including their impact, contribution to their workplace, and commitment to their community.
Some recipients were able to attend the Nurse Connect workshop on 4 March, where they received their appreciation gifts — a seasonal fruit basket and a complimentary APNA membership valued at over $300.
Jean, a Registered Nurse at Mt Druitt Medical Centre, was delighted to be recognised.
“I am truly honoured to be recognised as part of WentWest’s Primary Health Care Nurses Day 2026. It means a great deal to know that the work we do in primary care and within the community is valued and acknowledged in this way.”
Congratulations to the recipients of our 2026 ‘Nominate a Nurse’ campaign:
- Kefah Maradweh – Practice Nurse, My Health Merrylands
- Sayed Khilwati – Registered Nurse, MyHealth Parramatta
- Nazli Onay – Practice Nurse, Blacktown Family Medical Centre
- Jean Quisumbing – Registered Nurse, Mt Druitt Medical Centre
- Anu Nepal Neupane – Practice Nurse, Whalan Medical Centre
Hourable mentions
The following nominations also demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to primary care nursing:
Kristine is hardworking, compassionate and a very reliable nurse. Kristine has excellent time management skills, excellent communication with residents/representatives, staff and management team. Kristine is very respectful, participates in professional development. Kristine demonstrates the values such as faith, respect, integrity, dignity and excellence. It is pleasure to have her on our team.
Based on doctors’ feedback, Wanjie consistently demonstrates a high level of knowledge in vaccinations and child health checks. She approaches all patients with kindness and patience, fosters a strong collaborative working relationship with colleagues, and actively engages with Wentwest to remain informed of current guidelines and best practices. Her professionalism and commitment to continuous learning make her a valuable member of the team and deserving of recognition.
I am nominating Saafi for her unwavering dedication, exceptional patient care, teamwork and reliability, consistently working any shifts given while supporting colleagues and delivering compassionate nursing care under pressure at all times.
[Mia] is an award-nominated nurse leads vaccination programs with near-100% success, drives practice accreditation, optimizes recall and inventory, and passionately mentors' new nurses with dedication, skill, and efficiency.
Celebrating our Nurse Community
Take a look at the photos and video of our recipients receiving their awards at the Nurse Connect event.
Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination, and to our primary care nurses for making a meaningful difference every day.
