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NHS Trust seeks people with a passion for healthcare to be their community’s voice
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/nhs-trust-seeks-people-passion-healthcare-be-their-communitys-voice
Let’s Chat 2023 campaign launch – don’t miss your chance to get involved
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/lets-chat-2023-campaign-launch
Dr Chris Clayton appointed as Chief Executive Designate JUCD
The appointment of Dr Chris Clayton as Chief Executive Designate of the NHS Integrated Care Board for Derby and Derbyshire.
How quality makes a difference to you in DCHS
https://dchs.nhs.uk/my_dchs/show-me/staff-news-my-download/how-quality-makes-difference-you-dchs
Industrial action – junior doctors strike (11-15 April)
https://dchs.nhs.uk/news/industrial-action-junior-doctors-strike-11-15-april
Ilkeston
https://dchs.nhs.uk/our-services-and-locations/our-locations/urgent-treatment-centres/ilkeston
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Topical corticosteroid pathway for varicose eczema for community nurses (G202)
Topical corticosteroid Pathway for varicose eczema/venous stasis/stasis dermatitis for Community Nursing
L271 - Welcome to the Derbyshire Post-COVID Service
Derbyshire Community Long COVID-19 Assessment Clinic Patient information leaflet summarizes; who we are, what we do, how to be referred and what to do prior to your first appointment.
Transfer of Care Protocol (S14)
1.1 The purpose of these joint procedures is to minimise delays for all adult patients assessed as fit for transfer including those who need Care Packages at home, permanent Care Home Placements whether publicly funded, self-funded, or fully funded by NHS Continuing Care or Terminal Care as described in the NHS Continuing Care National Framework (Revised November 2018.) These procedures will ensure efficient bed utilisation.
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
DCHS Help stop the spread of COVID-19 - Practice social distancing
DCHS Help stop the spread of COVID-19 - Practice social distancing. Social distancing. Keep one metre apart.
L176 - Care Co-ordinators in South Derbyshire
L176 - Care Co-ordinators in South Derbyshire
How to Prepare your Election Statement Final 2021
How to Prepare your Election Statement Final 2021
Hallux Rigidus (Arthritic Big Toe Joint) Implant Arthroplasty (L15)
Hallux Rigidus (Arthritic Big Toe Joint) Implant Arthroplasty. Podiatric surgery patient information leaflet.
Delegation of Administration of Insulin to Adults in Residential Care Policy (P100)
There are a growing number of people who, because of disability, increasing age or infirmity, are unable to administer their own insulin and will need support. This guideline aims to promote standardisation and safety of insulin administration supported by Derbyshire Community Health Services (DCHS NHS FT). It underpins the guidance set out by governing bodies and organisations within the Acknowledgement of this policy
SOP For Designated Staff Accepting Influenza Vaccines Delivered from Walton Hospital Pharmacy Across Nominated DCHS Sites (S100)
Flu vaccination is offered to DCHS staff annually. Supplies are delivered directly to Walton Hospital Pharmacy, from where they need to be distributed to sites in a number of locations across Derbyshire prior to use. Flu vaccines require cold storage, in line with the product license. It is important to maintain the cold chain at all times as temperature excursions can adversely affect stability of the product. To set out a clear process for staff receiving deliveries of flu vaccinations in DCHS from Walton Hospital Pharmacy to ensure the cold chain is maintained and staff know what to do in the event of any breach.