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Training - Making inclusive decisions
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/training-making-inclusive-decisions
Updated plans for Belper’s proposed new base for community health services to be shared on 27 January
Revised plans for a new base for Belper’s community health services, situated on the site of the former Belper Clinic, will be shared during a virtual meeting on Thursday 27 January at 6pm.
Vote for naming Bakewell’s new NHS health hub
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/vote-naming-bakewells-new-nhs-health-hub
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Falls Management Policy for use in Urgent Treatment Centres, Community and Outpatient settings (P32)
The Trust’s aim is to prevent harm resulting from falls that may occur by assessing each patient and identifying their individual risk and the interventions required. There is an expectation that clinicians who work in the community and who see patients in their own homes, extended care settings or in outpatient settings will use the policy framework as part of their everyday practice within DCHS. This policy incorporates key national guidance: - • NICE CG161 (2013) “Falls: the assessment and prevention of falls in older people • NICE Quality standards (2015) ‘Assessment after a fall and preventing further falls’. • NICE (2015) on ‘Head Injury: assessment and early management’ • BGS Fit for Frailty (2014) ‘Consensus best practice guidance for the care of older people living in community and outpatient settings’ • Public Health England (2019) ‘Preventing falls in people with learning disabilities: making reasonable adjustments’
Chaperone Policy (P87)
The purpose of the Chaperone Policy is to set out the principles, practice and responsibilities of Trust staff for using a chaperone. The policy is aimed at DCHS Services and staff who provide care and treatment that requires the patient to have a procedure. The relationship between the person and the health professional should be one of mutual trust, confidence and respect. Over the years there have been incidents where the relationship has been breached, resulting in harm to the person and criminal prosecution of the health professional (HM Government, 2007). Inadequate communication and misunderstandings about the behaviour demonstrated during a procedure by a health professional towards the person, has also resulted in health professionals facing allegations of professional misconduct. Safe and effective communication is crucial, before during and after a procedure. The use of a chaperone can help to protect both the person and the health professional.
How do I access the Derbyshire Shared Care Record.docx
Guide for staff on how to access the Derbyshire Shared Care Record
Equality Diversity and Inclusion (PSED) Report 2022
Public Sector Equality Equality Duty (PSED) Report 2022
N365 Policy v1.2.docx
N365 Policy; The purpose of this policy is to provide the organisation’s statement of intent on how it sets-up, secures, uses and monitors data used on the N365 platform. It provides employees with their obligations and expectations when using solutions within N365.
Interim guidance for reviewing Emergency Department Attendances for school aged children (5-17 years) (G251)
The purpose of this interim guidance document is to support all staff within the 5-19 (school nursing) service to be able to review relevant ED attendances, to take any action required to address unmet public health needs and to share any information in the best interests of the child/young person to safeguard their well-being.
Leadership - Useful links (v1).docx
Links to various support and information available to new/existing leaders from a variety of sources.
Waiting Well Standard Operating Procedure (S115)
This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) has been developed to set out the expected clinical standards for DCHS and DHCFT by which we manage our access to services for people who are either not yet receiving a service from a specific team or who are awaiting this intervention. There will continue to be a DCHS and DHCFT policy and procedure due to systems and governance and to refer to the relevant one as appropriate. This SOP is to support the safety and well-being of service users (and those around them) who are waiting to access our services.
Disclosure Ref 202453 - Spend on Agency staff.pdf
FOI Disclosure Ref 202453 relating to Spend of Agency nursing staff in 2024
Infant Feeding Practitioner (IFP) Standard Operating Procedure SOP (S136)
This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) gives an overview of the service provided by Infant Feeding Practitioners (IFP). It also supports a commitment to ensure evidence based tools and training are embedded within practice, supporting the local commissioning for outcomes recommendations, and offering assurance that the service is focused on personalised and needs based care. This Standard Operating Procedure should be used in conjunction with other DCHS Childrens and DCHS Trust policies along with UNICEF Baby Friendly standards.