Help shape how we support patients and share your experience: At DCHS, we are committed to continuously improving how we respond to patient safety incidents. As part of this, we are aligning with the national Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) developed by NHS England. To bring this to life locally, we’ve developed our Patient Safety Incident Response Plan (PSIRP) — a tailored approach that reflects the needs and priorities of our services. Our current focus is around the "safety netting" advice we provide. NHS safety netting includes includes the guidance we give patients on what to do if their symptoms change or if they have ongoing concerns.
To ensure our approach is informed by real experiences, we’ve created a short survey to understand how safety netting advice is currently being delivered across DCHS.
If you are a patient-facing member of staff, clinical or non-clinical, we would be extremely grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete the survey here.
The HR advisory team: From today, the email address dchst.employeerelations@nhs.net will NOT be monitored and there will be an auto reply to reflect this. The team's new email address is dchst.hradvisoryteam@nhs.net. The team's generic phone line has also changed. It is now 01332 564856 Option 5.
Could you be the next Chair of our EmbRACE staff network?: Are you passionate about equity, inclusion and driving meaningful change? Do you want to amplify the voices of ethnic minority colleagues and shape a more inclusive culture? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Chair of the EmbRACE (ethnic minorities broadening racial awareness and cultural exchange) staff network. As Chair, you will lead the network in championing the lived experiences of ethnic minority staff, advocating for positive change and influencing policy. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, allies and network members to ensure race equity is embedded across all aspects of DCHS. You’ll gain:
- 7.5 hours of dedicated time and backfill support for your role
- Monthly coaching and development sessions
- Opportunities to influence policy and practice
- A platform to drive measurable improvements in race equality and staff experience.
This is more than a leadership role - it’s your chance to make a lasting impact. For more information or to express an interest contact: DCHST.Equality@nhs.net.
Oliver McGowan mandatory training in learning disability and autism: There are different tiers related to the Oliver McGowan mandatory training.
Every member of staff MUST complete the e-learning (tier 1, part 1). Non-patient-facing staff are required to complete a one-hour interactive online webinar (tier 1, part 2).
Staff who provide direct patient care are required to complete the full day, face-to-face session (tier 2). You are not required to complete the webinar as well. These are bookable via the NCORE tab on ESR or directly through the website. If it asks for payment details, choose any option (NCORE know to ignore this).
Your ESR will be tagged to the appropriate session, which you are required to attend.
We are aware, that the tier 2 courses are currently fully booked and we are aiming to add some more sessions with bookable places. If there are any queries, please contact Gemma Nash (lead trainer) at gemma.nash6@nhs.net
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is on Wednesday 10 September: This year's theme is 'Change the Narrative on Suicide', with the call to action being 'Start the Conversation'. Over the next month, we’ll be hosting several suicide prevention roadshows across the Trust at the following locations:
- Whitworth Hospital – Tuesday 16 September, 2-4pm
- Ripley Hospital – Tuesday 23 September, 1.30-3.30pm
- Ilkeston Hospital – Thursday 25 September, 11.30am-2pm
- Buxton Hospital – Thursday 2 October, 10.30am-1pm.
The roadshows will provide a chance for colleagues to find out more about local support and training available. To find out about more ways you can get involved and help to 'change the narrative', please click here.
For more information on our suicide prevention services at DCHS, take a look here.
Why not take some time for yourself, with the Library Book Club?: The Book Club is an online community where members talk about and recommend books (and sometimes biscuits) with each other on MS Teams chat. Once every two months the club meet at lunchtime online to discuss one of the books from the Royal Derby Hospital library collection. These are chosen by popular vote so that everybody has a chance of influencing what we read. It's a fun, casual environment where you can give as much or as little as you like. You can even simply sit back and enjoy the show.
Check out what the book club is up to and sign up today. You can also wade into their discussions here. If you need any help, they are available by phone, email or chat.
Last Days Matter training: A supportive workshop about planning for end of life,
saying goodbye and what comes after. Whether you’re facing the death of someone important to you or just want to be more prepared for the future, this warm, informal session will help you feel more confident and informed. The workshop is hosted by Ashgate Hospice and you can find out more here.
Pension courses available from Affinity Connect: Various courses are available to colleagues free of charge from Affinity Connect, including a new partial retirement (draw down) course:
- Pensions - Wednesday 3 September, 10am - 11.30am
- Partial retirement - Friday 26 September, 10am - 12pm
- Pensions - Tuesday 11 November, 13.00pm - 14.30pm
- Retirement - Thursday 13 November, 13.00pm - 15.30pm.
If you would like to book onto these sessions or have any questions, please contact: dchst.peopledevelopment@nhs.net
Quality Conversations sessions: This September, join our free, practical training sessions designed for anyone working or volunteering in health, social care or the voluntary sector. Click here to view and join the sessions.
