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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
Derbyshire health and care system remains under pressure; patients continue to be asked to not store up care needs
Update as of 17:00hrs - 22 December 2022
Diabetes Education Service
If you have type 2 diabetes, attending an education programme is an important part of your treatment plan.
Diabetes Education for Professionals
The information here is for professionals in Derbyshire working with patients with type 2 diabetes.
Warm Spaces opening at two Derbyshire community hospitals
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/warm-spaces-opening-two-derbyshire-community-hospitals
Community podiatry - Our Services
Community podiatry services - what services are offered by DCHS community podiatry team
Research and Innovation
Our vision is to increase capacity, capability and participation in research and innovation as we embed a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
Files
The Safe Preparation and Administration of Intravenous (IV) Medicines at Home (An Elastomeric Infusor) (G231)
G231 - The Safe Preparation and Administration of Intravenous (IV) Medicines at Home (An Elastomeric Infusor)
Hand-arm Vibration at Work Operating Standards (HAVS)
Hand-arm Vibration at Work Operating Standards (HAVS)
Conservative Sharp Debridement (CSD) of Wounds Policy (P99)
We know that wound dressings should provide the optimal environment for wound healing after careful clinical assessment of the wound, the patient clinical condition and clinical outcomes. Hard to heal wounds, however, fail to progress, and many can be seen with dead tissue, slough and necrosis which in turn can increase the risk of infection and also increase cost within appropriate dressing use and nursing time. This procedure will only be undertaken by the Tissue Viability team members who have successfully completed a validated programme of care and assessment of competence in practice. A minimum of 10 episodes of observed practice is to be completed until competency can be granted. The purpose of debridement describes any method by which such materials (necrosis, slough and dead de-vascularised tissue) are removed and consequently the potential to achieve wound healing enhanced. It also reduces the bacterial load and minimises the risk of local and systemic infection. It can allow for wound draining and reduce odour overall enhancing patient quality of life.
Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence - Guidance for Supporting Patients (G248)
The purpose of this document is to outline the responsibilities of Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) staff when patients disclose that they are either victims or perpetrators of domestic abuse and/or sexual violence. To raise awareness and understanding about the impact of domestic abuse and sexual violence on victims and their families. To provide information about the practical help and support that is available to patients of DCHS who are currently experiencing domestic abuse or are experiencing trauma as a result of their past experiences of abuse.
HRP55 Covid19 Mandatory Vaccinations in Care Homes Policy
Covid19 Mandatory Vaccinations in Care Homes Policy
FiC pathways and class requirements
Overview of the different Foundations in Care pathways and which classes are recommended for each one.
Unopposed declaration - Staff - Healthcare Support & Estates.pdf
Unopposed declaration - Staff - Healthcare Support & Estates
Podiatry Treatment and Wound Care Procedure with Aseptic Non Touch Technique (ANTT) (S104)
S104 - Podiatry Treatment and Wound Care Procedure with Aseptic Non Touch Technique (ANTT)
L300 - Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU)
L300 - Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU)
RATS Terms Of Reference June 2024
RATS Terms Of Reference June 2024