About Good Shepherd Catholic Hospital
In 1949 the Catholic Church in Eswatini officially established the Good Shepherd Catholic Hospital , following its mandate to human nature as commanded by the Lord Jesus Christ in John 10:10 that ‘all mankind should live life in abundance’.
The land and buildings where the Hospital is situated are wholly owned by the Roman Catholic Church, and the Hospital is directed by a Governing Board. In the beginning, the Hospital comprised of two rondavels and a staff compliment of three – namely one Medical Officer and two Nursing Mantellata Sisters, which was adequate to meet the needs of the community at that time.
In June 1970, the hospital was handed over to the Medical Mission Sisters from Netherlands for Administration, and the staff compliment increased to 21 as follows; four Medical Mission Sisters, five Registered Nurses and 12 Orderlies.
Government Subvention was first received in 1977 to enable effectiveness and efficiency in the management of the hospital. In 1978 the hospital was upgraded and completed in 1981 through German funding. It was officially opened by Dr. Samuel Hynd, who was the Minister for Health at the time. In 1985 it was localised. The hospital has been declared a Regional hospital and has since expanded its services and programmes to respond to current community needs. It currently serves a population of 207 731 in the Lubombo Region. This population isone of the poorest and hard hit by the HIV/AIDS scourge in the country, thus most of the patients are admitted into the hospital.
It was then that a need to develop another cadre called Nurses aides was observed, and the first training was offered to the orderlies who had an interest in the Nursing profession. Classes were conducted during the evenings since during the day the Hospital had to operate fully. However, as demand for this cadre increased, day classes commenced in 1972, whereby the Baphalali Red Cross offered a syllabus called “Home Nursing”, and conducted examinations in line with the syllabus.
The program covered a period of nine months with better guidance in the practical work. As time progressed, the syllabus continued to be upgraded, and currently, the Program runs for a period of two years, and is now accredited by the Swaziland Nursing Council. Each year the Nursing School graduates more than 60 students for work in Eswatini and Internationally.
- Nursing Sisters
- Registered Nurses
- Orderlies
Our Vision
Our vision is to be Eswatini’s leading hospital in patients’ experience, clinical outcomes, research and education.
Our Mission
We compassionately improve the health of the people by providing comprehensive, quality, affordable health care services and continuously produce professional health care workers through training within the context of the Catholic Faith.
Our History Timeline
GSMH Started (1949)
GSMH Started with only staff members: Medical Officer and two Nursing Mantellata Sisters
GSMH Started (1949)
GSMH handed over Medical Mission Sisters (1970)
GSMH handed over Medical Mission Sisters four Medical Mission Sisters, five Registered Nurses and 12 Orderlies
GSMH handed over Medical Mission Sisters (1970)
Government Subvention (1977)
Government Subvention was first received in 1977
Government Subvention (1977)
Hospital Upgrade Starts (1978)
The hospital started its upgrade
Hospital Upgrade Starts (1978)
Hospital Upgrade (1981)
Hospital upgrade was completed in 1981 through German funding.
Hospital Upgrade (1981)
Official Opening (1985)
It was ocially opened by Dr. Samuel Hynd, who was the Minister for Health at the time.In 1985 it was localised
Official Opening (1985)
Declared Regional Hospital (To-date)
GSCH&CHS has been declared a Regional hospital and has since expanded its services and programmes to respond to current community needs.
Declared Regional Hospital (To-date)
Our Goals
To cooperate with the Ministry of Health in providing medical, paramedical, education and related health services in the Lubombo Region.
To serve clients keeping in mind the policy of the Ministry of Health which seek to achieve HEALTH FOR ALL BEYOND THE YEAR 2015.
To emphasize the promotion of health and self- care in the region, with relevant services in the clinics and hospitals.
To integrate with other agencies such as the Ministry of Health Stakeholders, Non – profit making Organisations, Community Based Organisations, Faith based Organisations in health promotion of the Swati Nation.
To be consistent in service excellence by providing continuous training to our employees at their different levels.
To collaborate with the Ministry of Health Stakeholders, Non – profit making Organisations, Community Based Organisations, faith based Organisations in health promotion of the Swazi Nation.
MEET THE TEAM BEHIND GSCH
Our 7 Values
Respect
• We uphold ethical standards by being
discreet and considerate
• We show appreciation and humility “thank
you.” & I apologize
• We actively participate and give constructive
input or feedback
Accountability
•We have an attitude of “if it is to
happen, I will do it”
• I play my part in the team and meet
agreed timelines
Integrity
• We always choose to do the right thing
• We are open and honest when
engaging with others whilst conveying
kindness
• We live up to our code of business
conduct and the Catholic Faith and
values.
Collaboration
• We establish compelling goals and
communicate clear expectations
• We promote and recognize the ‘power of
team – work without any selfishness
Compassion
• We make caring of our patient’s and
students our priority
• We recognize patients and students
vulnerabilities and conveying empathy
• We treat our patients and students with
dignity
• We take human life as a Divine Gift
Growth Mindset
•We master new skills, behaviors
and embrace change aligned to our
mission
• We view challenges as opportunities
• We explore dierent training and
learning tactics
• We continue to challenge ourselves
to be industrial and the best.
Service Excellence
• We are about ‘delivering the promise of quality
healthcare operations”
• We aim to consistently meet and manage
patient’s and student’s expectations
• We aim to make it simple for our patients and
students whilst creating a positive experience
and show courtesy