OUR SERVICES
Safer Patient Care Ratios
PDH mixed ward ratios
Our nurse and midwife-to-patient ratios across every ward and shift, published so our community and staff know the level of care we staff for.
The table below sets out our nurse and midwife-to-patient ratios for each ward, by shift. All nursing areas have an in-charge on every shift.
| Ward | Morning | Afternoon | Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Ward Acute ward, 20 beds | 1:5 | 1:6 | 1:10 |
| South Ward Sub-acute ward, 15 beds | 1:5 | 1:6 | 1:10 |
| Midwifery 2 birthing suites · Level 2 Maternity & Newborn Capability · Post natal beds as required | 1 Midwife | 1 Midwife | 1 Midwife + 2 on call |
| Urgent Care 8 cubicles · 1 resuscitation | 1:3 | 1:3 | 1:3 |
| Harbourside Lodge Residential Aged Care · 28 residential beds | 1:7 | 1:8 | 1:15 |
Factors affecting occupied beds
The following planned works and periods may temporarily affect the beds listed above.
JANUARY 2026 - ONGOING UNTIL COMPLETION
Floor covering project causing 'mild' disruption, but all clinical services continue.
1 APRIL 2026 - 7 APRIL 2026 · EASTER PERIOD
Theatre closed for elective surgery. The theatre on-call roster will remain in place to ensure continued support for emergency surgery including maternity cases. Ward services will operate as usual with no planned bed reductions; however, staffing levels may be adjusted in line with patient activity and service demand, but will meet required staffing ratios.
Need more information?
If you require any additional information, please contact pdh@swarh.vic.gov.au.
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