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Calvary John James Private Hospital in Deakin offers an extensive range of services including genera

Established in March 1970 and named after the late Dr. John James, a highly respected Canberra medical practitioner and surgeon. In 2006 the hospital became part of the Calvary group, founded by the Sisters of Little Company of Mary. Calvary John James Hospital is a Catholic not-for-profit organisation, investing its returns to improve and develop facilities, staff and services for the continuing benefit of the community. Calvary John James Hospital provides surgical and medical services and a special care nursery. We are the only private maternity unit in Canberra and have the only purpose built private rehabilitation unit in the ACT. Founded in 1885 by the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, Calvary is a charitable, not-for-profit, Catholic health care organisation. Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate health care to the most vulnerable, including those reaching the end of their life. With over 18,000 staff and volunteers, we have a national network of 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care service centres.

09/04/2026

Celebrating an incredible milestone! 💛

After 46 years of dedicated service, we honour Lee-Anne Prevost on her retirement as a Clinical Nurse. Lee-Anne has made a lasting impact in gynaecology nursing, supporting countless patients with compassion, skill, and unwavering commitment.

Pictured with her fellow theatre crew, and members of our executive team, Rebecca and Amber, this special moment recognises a truly remarkable career. A golden speculum was presented as a meaningful tribute to her years of service in the specialty she has given so much to.

Thank you, Lee-Anne, for your dedication, leadership, and the legacy you leave behind. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

Wishing you all the very best in this next chapter you’ve more than earned it 🌟

02/04/2026

On this Holy Thursday, we came together to share a simple act of kindness hot cross buns delivered across all departments bringing moments of connection, reflection, and gratitude to our teams 💙

At Calvary, we are guided by our Mission to provide compassionate care and to walk alongside one another in service. Today was a beautiful reminder of the strength of our community and the small gestures that make a meaningful difference.

A sincere thank you to our Mission Team Helen,Caila,Kylie and Kevin for leading this initiative, and to Errold from the Executive Team for helping bring it to life.

Wishing our staff, patients, and community a peaceful and reflective Holy Thursday, and a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

26/03/2026

Welcoming the future of healthcare 💙

We’re so proud to have our new graduate nurses join the team at Calvary John James Hospital. Your dedication, compassion and willingness to learn are already making a meaningful difference to our patients and community.

Starting your nursing journey is no small step, and we’re honoured to support you as you grow, build confidence and find your place in such an important profession.

Here’s to the beginning of an inspiring career your passion and care truly make a difference every day. 🌟

21/03/2026

Celebrating Harmony Week at Calvary John James 🧡

Today we came together to recognise and celebrate the diversity that makes our hospital community so special. From meaningful conversations to sharing a meal, it was a lovely reminder that inclusion and connection are at the heart of everything we do.

A big thank you to our hospitality team for the delicious chicken and vegetarian enchiladas 🌯✨

And shoutout to Helen,Caila and Kevin from our mission team for serving with such warmth and kindness your friendly smiles truly made the day even more welcoming and memorable. We appreciate you!

Moments like these remind us that when we embrace our differences, we build a stronger, more compassionate community.

20/03/2026

Look who we spotted in the halls this Scrub Friday 👀✨

Our Allied Health stars Maya, Zhijie and Mayurra bringing the good vibes, big smiles, and top-tier scrub game 💙

Wishing everyone a happy Friday hope your day is as bright and fun as this crew 🌟

18/03/2026

56 years of care, compassion, and community 💙

Yesterday we celebrate Calvary John James Hospital and the incredible journey that began in 1970. From humble beginnings to a trusted name in healthcare, our story is built on dedication, kindness, and putting patients first.

Proud of our past, grateful for our people, and inspired for the future here’s to continuing a legacy of care for generations to come.

13/03/2026

🌟 Blue Pear Employee Recognition Award February 2026 🌟

We’re proud to recognise Cameron Reinhart, our February Blue Pear Award winner at Calvary John James Hospital.

As an Exercise Physiologist, Cameron is known for his kindness, professionalism, and genuine commitment to patient-centred care. He takes the time to listen, clearly guide patients through their rehabilitation, and ensure they feel supported every step of the way.

Cameron is also a wonderful colleague always willing to lend a hand, check in on others, and contribute to programs like the Refugee Mentoring Program. His actions truly reflect Calvary’s values of compassion, hospitality and community.

Congratulations, Cameron, and thank you for the positive difference you make every day.

We also thank all staff who were nominated this month for the incredible care and dedication you bring to our hospital. 💙

16/02/2026

It was a privilege to welcome Calvary CEO Damien Bruce to Calvary John James Hospital, joined by Acting Regional COO Hospitals ACT & NSW Andrea Ness, where they met with the CJJH Executive Team to explore strategic priorities, service growth, and opportunities to further strengthen the exceptional care we provide to our community.

These moments of connection reflect Calvary’s commitment to listening, learning, and investing in our people and services ensuring we continue to deliver compassionate, high-quality care today and into the future 💙

13/02/2026

We were pleased to welcome members of our Technology Team team to Calvary John James Hospital. Vani, Reesen, Ali, and Gemma during their onsite visit, connecting with our leaders and staff to better understand daily operations, hear valuable feedback, and identify opportunities to enhance our technology support.

Visits like this reflect our ongoing commitment to collaboration, innovation, and ensuring our teams have the tools they need to continue delivering exceptional care to our community.

06/02/2026

Australia Day Celebrations at CJJH 🥳

Last week, our incredible AT Ward team came together to celebrate Australia Day the best way we know how with a classic sausage sizzle! 🌭

Moments like these are a wonderful reminder of the strong sense of community across our hospital. Between caring for patients and supporting one another, it’s important to pause, connect, and enjoy a well-earned break together.

A big thank you to the AT Ward team for bringing the Aussie spirit and creating such a warm, positive atmosphere for staff and visitors alike.

05/02/2026

We proudly celebrate the retirement of Ann Stewart, QRSM, marking an incredible 50 years of dedication to nursing.

As Quality, Risk and Safety Manager at Calvary John James Hospital, Ann has been instrumental in strengthening patient safety, driving continuous improvement, and successfully guiding the hospital through accreditation processes. Her expertise, leadership and unwavering commitment have helped shape the high standards of care our patients and community trust.

Ann’s influence reaches far beyond compliance and governance she has mentored teams, championed a culture of safety, and ensured excellence remained at the centre of everything we do. Her legacy will continue to be felt across CJJH for many years to come.

We were also honoured to welcome Sarah, General Manager and Carlene, Acting DCS from Calvary Bruce Private Hospital, who visited to personally celebrate Ann and recognise her remarkable contribution to healthcare.

Thank you, Ann, for your passion, leadership and decades of service. Wishing you a retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and everything you have so richly earned. 💐

27/12/2025

Celebrating our CJJH christmas party 🎄✨

Seeing everyone gathered together, sharing laughs, enjoying amazing food, and smiling from ear to ear was truly special.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible hospitality team for the care and effort that went into preparing and serving such delicious food, and to everyone behind the scenes who helped make the day possible. your kindness and hard work created a moment we’ll all remember.

To our wonderful staff and volunteers thank you for being the heart of CJJH. the joy, compassion, and dedication you bring every day is what makes this hospital such a special place. We hope you had a beautiful christmas filled with love, rest, and happiness.

Address

173 Strickland Crescent, Deakin
Canberra, ACT
2600

Website

https://www.calvarycare.org.au/john-james-private-hospital-canberra/services-and-clinics/maternity-services/

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