La Trobe x St. Vincent’s Private Innovation Sprint

How might we create a more meaningful, connected, and effective orientation experience for new staff at St. Vincent’s Private - one that sets them up for success from day one?

In teams, you will tackle this real-world challenge using a 'Design Thinking' approach. This human-centred, problem-solving framework will help you explore the needs of staff, prototype creative solutions, and test ideas with impact in mind.

The Innovation Sprint is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant, engaging environment where your ideas can influence workplace culture and help shape the next generation of healthcare on-boarding.

Innovate. Collaborate. Elevate your employability.

Program details

Date: Wednesday 6 August 2025 (Day 1) to Thursday 7 August 2025 (Day 2)
Time: 9am to 4.30pm
Format: In-person
Dress Code: Neat business attire

Venue/s:  
Day 1: Digital Innovation Hub, L2 Jenny Graves Building, La Trobe Melbourne Campus (Bundoora). Campus Map G8
Day 2: St. Vincent's Public Hospital, 41 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy Victoria 3065
Applications close: Sunday 27 July at 9pm.

What to expect

Innovation Sprint activities will centre around three key focus areas:

• Culture, Values & Connection
  How can we instill our mission and values early in the employee experience?

• Digital & Hybrid Onboarding
  How might technology help us deliver scalable yet personalised orientation for new staff?

• Workforce Wellbeing & Belonging
  How do we ensure that every new employee feels safe, supported, and set up to thrive?

Collaborating in small teams (up to five participants), you will:

• Rapidly prototype bold, practical solutions to real-world onboarding challenges
• Connect with leaders from People & Culture, Nursing Education, and other pivotal hospital departments
• Gain fresh insights into how innovation is shaping the future of healthcare at St Vincent’s Private
• Receive guidance from experienced facilitators and respected industry mentors
• Pitch your ideas to a panel of healthcare and University leaders.

Why Apply?

By participating in this event, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience, expand your professional network, and contribute to ideas that could be developed - and even implemented - within St Vincent’s Private Hospital. Here’s what’s in store:

• Real-World Innovation: Discover how to prototype practical solutions that tackle real onboarding challenges in a healthcare setting
• Professional Development: Strengthen your skills in innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork - assets that will serve you throughout your career
• Meaningful Connections: Engage with industry leaders, community advocates, and peers who share your passion for making a difference. Along the way, you’ll benefit from expert guidance provided by facilitators and experienced industry mentors.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must be a La Trobe University alumnus or current student from any campus (including online), discipline or level of study.

Whether you have experience in healthcare, design, business, technology, or simply a passion for innovation and helping others, your insight is valuable. Bring your perspective and curiosity - collaboration is at the heart of this Innovation Sprint!

More information

For further details, connect with Shannon Ryan, Program Manager, La Trobe University (Innovation & Entrepreneurship). 
E: shannon.ryan@latrobe.edu.au M: 0438 401 257