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Inequalities research earns second round of grant funding
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/inequalities-research-earns-second-round-grant-funding
Move to Defender AntiVirus
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/move-defender-antivirus
Mission, vision and values
https://dchs.nhs.uk/about-us/who-are-we-and-what-do-we-do/vision-and-values
Progress on Belper’s new health centre development – November 2024
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/progress-belpers-new-health-centre-development-november-2024
Files
Scabies and Infestations Guidelines (G296)
G296 - Scabies & Infestations Guidelines (Section 6.11 in P69)
DCHS Working at Height RA Form
Working at Height RA Form
Management of Noise at Work Operating Standards
Management of Noise at Work Operating Standards
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
Information Governance - Newsletter Feb 2023.docx
Information Governance Newsletter February 2023
L295 - The Walton Unit - Information About Your Discharge From Hospital
Patient Leaflet for those being discharged from the Walton Unit.