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My Download - 18 January 2022
Apologies for missing last week - we are very depleted in numbers in Comms and had to make some difficult decisions about priorities - last week media enquiries, the web, Operational Update and Team Brief made the list! Lots to share this week .... including how to access the new web, details about the mileage consultation, an update on the Belper plans and so much more!
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/my-download-18-january-2022
Nursing services
https://dchs.nhs.uk/our-services-and-locations/a-z-list-of-services/nursing-services
The start of ‘Community First’
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/start-community-first
Meet Barbara: 71-year-old nurse and role model
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/meet-barbara-71-year-old-nurse-and-role-model
Windrush day - 22 June
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/windrush-day-22-june
Allied healthcare professionals jobs
https://dchs.nhs.uk/join-our-team/professions-working-dchs/allied-healthcare-professionals
Files
Delegation of Administration of Insulin to Adults in Residential Care Policy (P100)
There are a growing number of people who, because of disability, increasing age or infirmity, are unable to administer their own insulin and will need support. This guideline aims to promote standardisation and safety of insulin administration supported by Derbyshire Community Health Services (DCHS NHS FT). It underpins the guidance set out by governing bodies and organisations within the Acknowledgement of this policy
SOP For Designated Staff Accepting Influenza Vaccines Delivered from Walton Hospital Pharmacy Across Nominated DCHS Sites (S100)
Flu vaccination is offered to DCHS staff annually. Supplies are delivered directly to Walton Hospital Pharmacy, from where they need to be distributed to sites in a number of locations across Derbyshire prior to use. Flu vaccines require cold storage, in line with the product license. It is important to maintain the cold chain at all times as temperature excursions can adversely affect stability of the product. To set out a clear process for staff receiving deliveries of flu vaccinations in DCHS from Walton Hospital Pharmacy to ensure the cold chain is maintained and staff know what to do in the event of any breach.
Podiatry Assistant Role Protocol for Podiatrists (S107)
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance on the delegation of podiatry care to a podiatry assistant.
Protocol for the Administration of Lidocaine 10mg per ml Spray to Facilitate IUC Insertion or Removal
PGD Protocol for the Administration of Lidocaine 10mg per ml Spray to Facilitate IUC Insertion or Removal
Ilkeston Community Hospital Bus Options
Ilkeston Community Hospital Bus Options
Fridge and Room Temperature Monitoring (A1 - S74)
Fridge and Room Temperature Monitoring
L230 - Welcome to North Derbyshire Pulmonary Rehabilitation
L230 - Welcome to North Derbyshire Pulmonary Rehabilitation leaflet
Tissue Viability and Prosthetic Joint Infection Trigger Tool Guidelines (G54)
This trigger tool has been developed as part of Derbyshire Community Health Services’ commitment to improve patient care and health outcomes through the delivery of evidence based best practice.
Appendix B - Mandatory Vaccination Record of Discussion Form.docx
Appendix B - Mandatory Vaccination Record of Discussion Form
Protocol for the Supply of Emollient Cream (S91)
Protocol for the supply of emollient cream Epimax Original Cream, Epimax Isomol Gel, Epimax Ointment, Epimax Paraffin Free Ointment, AproDerm Colloidal Oat Cream Packs supplied under this protocol must be GSL packs