Pages
Storm Babet – service updates/disruption
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/storm-babet-service-updatesdisruption
HIV Confident pledge on stigma-free environment
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/hiv-confident-pledge-stigma-free-environment
World Arthritis Day - 12 October 22
The theme this year is - 'It's in your hands, take action'. It aims to encourage people with arthritis, their caregivers, families, and the general public to avail every opportunity to take action to improve their lifestyle.
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/world-arthritis-day-12-october-22
Chair Prem Singh announces his retirement plans after 47 years’ NHS service
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/chair-prem-singh-announces-his-retirement-plans-after-47-years-nhs-service
Files
A guide to what to do when someone has died (G316)
G316 - A guide to what to do when someone has died
Select Task Template
Select Task Template
Disclosure Ref 202467 - Non Emergency Patient Transport NEPTS.pdf
FOI Disclosure Ref 202467 regarding contracts for Non Emergency Patient Transport NEPTS
Disclosure Ref 2024118 - Clinical Attachments for International Medical Graduates.pdf
Disclosure Ref 2024118 - Clinical Attachments for International Medical Graduates
Categorisation of harm.pdf
Disclosure Ref 2024159 - Urinary Cathetar .pdf
FINAL Chief Executive Designate - Stakeholder Briefing - 11 November 2021.pdf
Dr Chris Clayton appointment; Chief Executive JUCD
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.