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Pension Automatic Re-Enrolment July 2022
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/pension-automatic-re-enrolment-july-2022
Tracy Allen to step down as chief executive of Derbyshire’s community NHS services
Tracy Allen has announced plans to step down as chief executive of Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust in September 2024, after 13 years in the role.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/tracy-allen-step-down-chief-executive-derbyshires-community-nhs-services
Health Psychology
The DCHS health psychology service provides specialist psychological care and support to adults with physical health problems.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/our-services-and-locations/a-z-list-of-services/health-psychology
Information about your appointment
Everything you need to know before you attend a physiotherapy appointment at Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS FT
Industrial Action Update - Issued on 16 January 2023
Ahead of this week’s planned industrial action by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), we’ve developed an in-depth briefing which we hope colleagues will find useful. It also signposts to other helpful sources of information.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/industrial-action-update-16-january
Queens Nurse Awards 2022 - applications opening soon!
Our DCHS group of Queen's Nurses is growing fast, and we encourage you to apply. Information and details for the 2022 applications will be available on the Queen's Nursing institute website from March 2022.
Derbyshire NHS Trust’s annual public accountability meeting - Open to all online
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/derbyshire-nhs-trusts-annual-public-accountability-meeting-open-all-online
Our plans to reduce cleaning in non-clinical areas
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/our-plans-reduce-cleaning
Files
AI and Automation Governance Policy - March 2025.docx
The purpose of this policy is to establish clear guidelines for the procurement and / or development, implementation, and monitoring of AI and / or automated systems to protect personal data, uphold ethical standards, and mitigate potential risks
Disclosure Ref 202576 - Paper Medical Records including storage and archiving .pdf
Freedom of information final disclosure reference 202576 relating to paper medical records including storage and archiving of these
DCHS Guidance on the Disclosure of Personal Information to the Police - December 2018.pdf
Guidance for disclosing information to the Police
Renasys Touch Consumables Guide.pdf
Renasys Touch Consumables Guide
1202 - Application for authorised witnesses to be approved by DCHS Accountable Officer for CD destruction
1202 - Application for authorised witnesses to be approved by DCHS Accountable Officer for CD destruction
0243 - Tissue Tolerance Test for Postural Support
0243 - Tissue Tolerance Test for Postural Support
OPAT Elastomeric Infusor Devices Standard Operating Procedure for DCHS Community (S38)
This SOP describes the process for administering an IV antibiotic using an elastomeric infusor device supplied via Derby Teaching Hospital Pharmacy Dept (South) or Chesterfield Royal Hospital Pharmacy Dept (North
DCHS Wound Clinic Service Time Weighting Tool (G103)
DCHS Wound Clinic Service Time Weighting Tool (G103)
Liquid Nitrogen - Storage, Use and Transportation Guidance and Code of Practice Standard Operating Procedure (S39)
This guidance is intended to provide information on the hazards and risks associated with the storage, use and transportation of Liquid Nitrogen and the control measures which are to be used. The contents of this guidance should be brought to the attention of all users of liquid nitrogen. This information is to be be supplemented by appropriate training and demonstration where specific tasks are undertaken.
Mandatory Covid 19 Vaccination FAQs DCHS_v1.2_27.01.22
Mandatory Covid 19 Vaccination FAQs (DCHS) updated 27 January 2022, answers to your queries about mandatory staff covid-19 vaccinations