Congratulations to Jasmine, our Nurse of the Month for December 2024! Jasmine’s dedication, passion, and adaptability embody the very best of what it means to be a VNS nurse. In her own words, working with VNS has allowed her to “fall in love with nursing all over again.” Rediscovering a Passion for Nursing Jasmine cherishes the flexibility that comes with being a VNS nurse. She loves being able to plan holidays without the need for approval and appreciates the opportunity to choose the facilities she works at. This freedom has allowed her to explore various nursing specialties, enhancing her skills and keeping every shift exciting. "Working with VNS made me feel that I am in control of my life, which made me enjoy nursing more than ever. It’s true what they say: you never feel like working a day in your life if you love what you do,” Jasmine shares. Specialising in Excellence With a background in Coronary Care, Jasmine has also embraced the challenges of Emergency Departments (ED) and Intensive Care Units (ICU). Her preferred facilities span across Melbourne, including: Epworth Richmond (ED, CCU, ICU) Cabrini (ED, CCU, ICU) Knox Private Hospital (ED, ICU) Mulgrave (ED) St John of God Geelong and Berwick (CCU, ICU) St Vincent’s Private (CCU) Box Hill (ED, CCU) Melbourne Private (ICU, CCU) While she enjoys the dynamic environments of these departments, she also finds occasional shifts in the wards equally fulfilling. A Memorable and Rewarding Experience One of Jasmine’s most unforgettable moments with VNS was in the ED Resus Bay, working with Category 1 patients in critical condition. “It is very rewarding to stabilise these patients so they can undergo life-saving surgeries or receive intensive care. It’s experiences like these that make you realise the importance of our role as healthcare providers,” Jasmine reflects. Advice for Aspiring Agency Nurses Jasmine’s advice to those considering agency nursing is both candid and encouraging: “You must be flexible, adaptable, resourceful, and detail-oriented because every hospital has its own policies and protocols. But be warned, once you become an agency nurse, you’ll love it as much as I do and may never want a permanent position again!” Jasmine, thank you for your incredible contributions to VNS and the wider nursing community. Your passion and professionalism inspire us all!

This November, VNS is proud to honour Josephine as our Nurse of the Month! After spending over a decade overseas, Josephine returned to Australia and found her professional home with VNS. Her dedication and passion for nursing, particularly in aged care, have made her an invaluable part of our team. "My nursing specialty is Primary Health Care, and I chose to pursue Sub-Acute nursing, focusing mainly on aged care—which I absolutely love. VNS gave me the opportunity to explore this new path, and I’ve developed a deep compassion for it," says Josephine. Josephine works primarily at Chestnut Gardens, a facility she considers her second home. She values the flexibility and support VNS provides, from offering tailored placements to weekly pay. "The VNS team is so welcoming and friendly—I wouldn’t trade this agency for anything."  Thank you, Josephine, for your incredible contributions to aged care and for representing the VNS spirit with such dedication. We’re honoured to have you as part of our team!