University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? We are looking for volunteers to help us across the hospital in roles which support clinical staff and patients in a variety of ways. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/e5TQpUyV #Volunteering #NHS #Healthcare

City College Plymouth recognised the dedication and achievements of its apprentice and employer partners at the Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony held on last month at Plymouth Argyle Football Club. Louise Lane won the award for Intermediate Health Apprentice of the Year for being an exemplary student during her apprenticeship. Feedback from the event credited her win to her positive nature has made her a source of support for peers, creating an encouraging environment in both the classroom and her clinical placement. Speaking about Louise’s achievement, Ward Manager for the Central Delivery Suite, Joe Bird, said: “We are all so incredibly proud of Loui and her achievements both academically and clinically with the positive impact she has had on Central Delivery Suite since she joined us as an apprentice in October 2023. “She is an integral part of our team and has recently been successful at interview to join the Maternity Practice Development team. We know that she will go from strength to strength in this role while also supporting and mentoring new staff to our department.” At the event it was said that “in the maternity department, Louise excels in providing exceptional care to new mothers and their babies, her academic achievements and dedication reflect her drive for excellence. Louise’s confidence has grown as she’s developed her skills and behaviours. A valued member of her cohort, her compassion and professionalism leave a lasting impression. She is set to excel in her healthcare career, providing outstanding care and inspiring others.” Reflecting on her award and the journey she has been on, Louise said: “I am very grateful for all the support I have received throughout my training, and I am even more grateful to the maternity staff on Central Delivery Suite who have given me the encouragement and support I needed. I couldn’t have accomplished what I have without them. “I would especially like to give a huge thanks to my supportive manager, Joe Bird, and also Michelle Bull for being there for me, supporting me and giving me the opportunity to be a part of maternity. I never expected to get the career progression that I have achieved, and I am entirely grateful to have progressed and achieved my goals so far and look forward to what the future holds.”

Our Discharge Lounge helps us to better support patients who are ready to be discharged, making things more convenient and comfortable for them. Situated at the rear of the Derriford Site with an outdoor area, the Discharge Lounge offers a restful environment for patients who are waiting to go home. There’s comfortable seating and support available. Staffed by registered nurses, the Discharge Lounge team care for patients as they wait to be discharged, checking that they receive their medication, ordering transport and contacting their family, friends or carer. Your checklist for discharge to help you keep well this winter: ? Will someone pick you up or meet you at home? ? Are your ongoing care arrangements in place? ? Do you have suitable outdoor clothing and shoes to wear? ? Do you have any medical certificates you may need? ? Do you have your hospital discharge letter for your GP? ? Do you have your medication ready to take home? ? Do you understand how and when to take your medication? ? Do you have your house keys and personal belongings? #Winter #Healthcare #NHS

Do you want to get more active in 2025? One of the best things we can do for our mental health and wellbeing is to be active – it's a natural mood booster. Our bodies release feel-good hormones when we're active that can also reduce anxiety and stress, and help us sleep better. With that, why don't you be part of the first-ever Plymouth NHS Bluewave at the Britain's Ocean City Running Festival on 11 May 2025. The Blue Wave is a chance for all UHP staff, along with their friends and family, to get active and run united in a sea of NHS blue across the three race distances of Half Marathon, 10k and 5k. Whether you’re aiming to challenge yourself or just want to get moving and enjoy the moment, Bluewave is all about improving your well-being, having fun and feeling great. It doesn't matter if you run, jog or walk the distances, this event is truly for everyone! The Blue Wave is a collaboration project between the University Hospitals Plymouth Wellbeing Team, the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre, Plymouth Hospitals Charity and Britain's Ocean City Running Festival. Our focus is supporting your health and wellbeing and we’d love for as many of you as possible to get involved! It's also a fantastic opportunity to help raise vital funds for our hospital charity that will make a difference to the lives of staff and patients. On the day, the course will be packed with live music, charity cheering points, boost zones and incredible support from thousands of spectators. For more information and to receive your special Bluewave entry code please contact Plymouth Hospitals Charity Team at [email protected] If you have a story or training tips that you would like to share with us, please contact the Plymouth Hospitals Charity Communications Team at [email protected] You can find out more information about Britain's Ocean City Running Festival on their website: https://runplymouth.co.uk/ #Health #Fitness #Wellbeing

We are thrilled to announce that we are part of the shortlisted nominees for this year's Student Nursing Times Awards! Anna Stephenson was shortlisted for Apprentice of the Year, where she has consistently advocated for patients, provided compassionate holistic care, and embraced opportunities for personal and professional growth. Additionally, the REI has been shortlisted for Student Placement of the Year: Hospital. REI Theatres supports and inspires student nurses throughout their placement with emotional and practical guidance and support. Students dictate the focus and pace of their learning while time for reflection writing and projects are scheduled. This placement, with its exceptional leadership, practical exposure, and nurturing culture, inspires confidence, skills development and a deeper interest in surgical nursing. Congrats to all nominated! You can find out more on their website: https://lnkd.in/e374J9_i

Sean Wylie, a Healthcare Science Practitioner Apprentice at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP), has won the coveted UHP Apprentice of the Year title for 2024. UHP hosted a week-long programme of events to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week which took place from 10 to 16 February. One of the highlights of the week was the crowning of this year’s UHP Apprentice of Year. Sean Wylie, who is currently studying at the University of West England (UWE) for a level 6 apprenticeship as a Healthcare Science Practitioner based in the Radiotherapy Physics department, was presented with the award alongside a surprise from the Radiophysics department. The Apprenticeships team, who are part of UHP’s Learning and Organisational Development team, celebrate valued apprentices each month, giving out Apprentice of the Month awards. The team then collate the winners from across the year and invite Trust colleagues to vote for the coveted Apprentice of the Year award. Speaking about his success this year, Sean said: “I am really thankful for winning the award and it was a big surprise to see all of the team there clapping. I am thoroughly enjoying the course, gaining so much experience from it, and the team are really helping me to get the most from the opportunity.” UHP offers an extensive range of apprenticeships across the organisation, in both clinical and non-clinical disciplines and regularly celebrate the success of our apprentices. Sean’s win was part of a week-long programme of events focussing on apprenticeships from level 2 to level 7. Events throughout the week included a visit from the City College Plymouth team for a session in the Career’s Hub, which is a jointly run venture from UHP and City College Plymouth, employer encounter events in the community, and certificate presentations for new qualified colleagues. Read more on this at https://bit.ly/4h2Efdw #ApprenticeOfTheYear #Recognition #Apprenticeships

NHS staff are working harder than ever to get services back on track, to get waiting lists down and consistently deliver the best care. We know change is needed. But we also know that many of the solutions we need are already here, working somewhere in the NHS today. Whether you have a little to say or a lot, your views, experiences and ideas will shape immediate steps and long-term changes: a new 10-Year Health Plan for the NHS. Find out more about how to have your say as a member of the public, a patient, or a member of staff, at https://lnkd.in/epq8aWGc. #NHS #10YearPlan #Healthcare

Emergency Department staff at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) are volunteering to ensure young people have vital life-saving skills thanks to the CPR in school training programme. Unexpected emergencies can strike at any moment and having life-saving skills can make all the difference. This is something final year medical student, Kara Hole, and UHP Emergency Medicine Consultants, Agatha Pettengell and Suzy Connor, know all too well. Together they developed an idea into a training program that they’ve now delivered to over 330 school students throughout the south west, equipping sixth form students with vital skills that could help them save a life. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eP8FgaWC #HealthEducation #EmergencyMedicine #CPRTraining

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) has been rated the most improved Trust in England in relation to the 4-hour target despite increased demand for the Emergency Department. In data shared by NHS England, UHP is leading the trusts who have made the most improvement regarding the 4-hour waiting time target for patients attending our Urgent and Emergency Care services and Minor Injury Units during the 2024/25 year. The 4-hour target for 2024/25 is to see and treat 78% of patients within 4 hours of them arriving. In 2023/24 UHP was seeing an average of 54.9% of patients within 4 hours, but with the recent improvements this has risen by almost 10% to 64.8% in the 2024/25 financial year to date.? UHP is also among the top 10 trusts in the country for improvements in the number of patients waiting more than 12 hours in the Emergency Department. In 2023/24, 18% of patients attending as emergencies would have waited more than 12 hours, however, in the 2024/25 financial year to date this has decreased to 16% of patients. These improvements have been made despite demand for emergency services at UHP increasing by 6.1% in 2024/25, equating to an additional 4,646 attendances. Meeting this additional demand and improving the experience for the almost 300 patients attending the Emergency Department each day has been possible due to the commitment and dedication of colleagues who are working on the Trust’s ‘One Plan’ – a programme which is driving improvements in the quality of urgent and emergency care for patients. Read more on this at https://bit.ly/3F0TZAs #Improvement #4HourWait #NHS

Last week, Pharmacy colleagues were delighted to welcome Rahul Singal Singal, Chief Pharmacy and Medicines Information Officer from NHS England and colleagues to showcase some of the digital and automation work done here and share our plans for the future. Rahul shared that it was great to see our approach to implementing connected medicines management, with a focus on Controlled Drugs automation, and our commitment to improvement methodologies, the new pharmacy dispensary and planning for an EPIC implementation. Kandarp Thakkar Vivek Soni Dan Stevens