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News archive from June 2021
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This week's We Are EEAST Briefing details
This week's We Are EEAST briefing and Q&A will be held on Thursday afternoon.
30 June 2021
Keech Hospice Care
End of Life Care - Virtual Clinical Education
Keech Hospice are offering two End of Life care programmes.
29 June 2021
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Trust remains at REAP 3
Due to current operational pressures, the Trust remains at REAP level 3.
28 June 2021
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The NHS Big Tea is back!
The NHS’s 73rd Birthday is on the 5th July and the NHS Big Tea is back.
28 June 2021
Clinical Instruction
Antiplatelet regime changes for patients with a STEMI who require and are directly transferred to PPCI
The Trust is changing the antiplatelet regime for patients with a STEMI who require and are directly transferred to PPCI.
28 June 2021
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We Are EEAST Briefing - Thursday 24th June 2021
If you missed our most recent We Are EEAST Briefing you can catch up on it here.
28 June 2021
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Armed Forces Day
Today marks Armed Forces Day.
26 June 2021
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Take 5 to prepare – Incident Commander Competency & CPD Process
The latest issue of Take 5 To Prepare focuses on Incident Commander Competency and CPD Process.
26 June 2021
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Safely discharging patients: An introduction to the non-conveyance care bundle
A session to introduce clinical staff to the new internal non-conveyance care bundle and the elements of care which constitute the safe discharge of a patient at scene is now available to book onto via Evolve.
26 June 2021
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Armed Forces Day - Taking on Three Peaks in veteran’s memory
16 paramedics and EMTs from Mid-Essex, some of whom are British Army reservists and veterans, will tackle the Three Peaks challenge in July to raise money for Combat Stress.
26 June 2021
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Sad passing of Ian Britten
Ian Britten devoted his career to the trust and was a much-loved member of the education team working across core education and driver training.
25 June 2021
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Armed Forces Week - Military Co-Response Teams
As part of Armed Forces Week, we provide information on a Military Co-Response Team.
25 June 2021
COVID-19
Continuing to work safely through COVID-19: isolation periods, AGP’s and PPE
A reminder of the current working safely guidelines during COVID-19 pandemic
25 June 2021
Focus Groups set to shape safe discharge and non-conveyance policy
Focus groups set up on Safe Discharge & Non-Conveyance
A review on the policy and procedure position on safe discharge and non-conveyance across EEAST has begun.
24 June 2021
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GoodSAM volunteers head back out to help
From today (Tuesday 22 June) any registered health care professional who has registered with the GoodSAM app will, once again, be able to respond to a patient suffering a cardiac arrest in their vicinity alongside our EEAST staff and volunteer GoodSAM responders.
23 June 2021
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LAMP testing available to EEAST staff in Norfolk
LAMP testing for Covid-19 is available for staff working in central Norfolk and Hellesdon.
23 June 2021
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Reserves Day
Today is Reserves Day and we are celebrating the amazing reservists we have working for EEAST.
23 June 2021
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This week's We Are EEAST Briefing
This week's We Are EEAST Briefing will be held on Thursday afternoon.
23 June 2021
Clinical Update
Polysafety-Adva Cannula - Top Tips
Following a recall, GBUK Healthcare is now providing its Polysafety Ported IV cannula to EEAST.
22 June 2021
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We are a ‘Veteran Aware’ Trust
EEAST has gained formal accreditation for our commitment to improving care for veterans, reservists and members of the Armed Forces community.
22 June 2021
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Notification of RLDatix Routine Server Maintenance
On Wednesday 23rd June the Trusts DATIX Hosting provider will be carrying Essential maintenance work on the server our DATIX system is on.
22 June 2021
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We Are EEAST Briefing - Thursday 17th June 2021
Watch the WeAreEEAST briefing recording, including all your questions answered, from our Chief Operating Officer Marcus Bailey.
21 June 2021
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Risk management software back online
Insight, our risk management software, is now back online.
21 June 2021
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Report waste management issues via MiCAD
A new system starts today for waste management issues which now must be logged using MiCAD.
21 June 2021
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Reserves Day - Jason Buxton
Jason Buxton, paramedic and acting LOM, tells us about his other role as a Corporal in the Army Reserves.
21 June 2021
Military parade in London.
Armed Forces Week 2021
This week, we are celebrating our Armed Forces.
21 June 2021
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You’re invited to join Le Tour de Awe!
Between 26th June and 18th July, we would like you to join us in becoming more active to improve our wellbeing.
18 June 2021
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CPD opportunities for Staff - Cardiac Webinars
EEAST Training and education are able to offer this opportunity to all staff across EEAST no matter your grade or role.
18 June 2021
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Sustainability EEAST Monthly Update May 2021
Welcome to our Sustainability EEAST Monthly Update for May 2021. Open article to download report.
18 June 2021
Preparations are underway for CQC inspection
CQC preparations start in earnest
Preparations are now underway for the next CQC core inspection
18 June 2021
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Stronger Than You Think introduction video
Rachel Jackson from Changing Dialogues introduces staff to our new wellbeing programme.
17 June 2021
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New Recruitment Support Page Available
We have developed a page on EEAST website designed to help candidates’ improve their applications and interview skills.
17 June 2021
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Workforce directorate staff updates
The Trust welcomes Rob Dimsdale as the new Interim Wellbeing Lead but will be saying goodbye to Stas Chobrzynski, Interim deputy Director of Workforce, in July.
17 June 2021
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Latest pulse survey results
Many thanks to all of you who took part in the latest PULSE survey, you can read the latest results here.
17 June 2021
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Personal protective equipment: risk of heat stress
We’re aware that some areas of the region could experience the hottest day this year so far, so we’re reminding staff to take extra care in the heat – especially when wearing PPE.
16 June 2021
Gerry Bird receives his award from Dr Tom Davis
EEAST volunteer scoops prestigious award
AN EEAST volunteer has been recognised for outstanding contribution
16 June 2021
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This week's We Are EEAST Briefing details
This week's We Are EEAST Briefing will be held on Thursday afternoon.
16 June 2021
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Introducing the Stronger Than You Think programme
We are pleased to announce the official launch of our new wellbeing programme, Stronger Than You Think.
16 June 2021
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Notification of Datix Essential Server Maintenance - Thursday 17th June 2021
The Trusts DATIX Hosting provider will be carrying Essential maintenance work on the server our DATIX system is on.
15 June 2021
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Mental Health Pocket Guides 2021
The Mental Health Team at EEAST have produced three brief pocket guides.
15 June 2021
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We Are EEAST Briefing - Thursday 10th June 2021
Latest briefing featuring our Chief Operating Officer, Marcus Bailey.
14 June 2021
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Pre-Retirement Course
Keeping your retirement plans on track can be a challenging task and it is now more important than ever to make sure you are in control of your retirement plans.
14 June 2021
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Online access to Medical and Healthcare books from Oxford University Press
NHS staff and students on placement in England have access to over 130 Oxford University Press medical and healthcare books online.
11 June 2021
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“I simply wouldn’t be here without them”
A retired GP has issued a heartfelt message of thanks to the medics – including crews from Trust – who saved his life after he was struck by a train.
11 June 2021
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Safely discharging patients: An introduction to the non-conveyance care bundle
A session to introduce clinical staff to the new internal non-conveyance care bundle and the safe discharge of a patient, is now available to book via Evolve.
10 June 2021
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New Monthly Performance Dashboard
The latest Monthly Performance Dashboard is now available, which includes data from May 2021.
09 June 2021
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Amber Incident Investigations & Learning
This week, EEAST has launched an amber incident investigation process.
09 June 2021
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This week's We Are EEAST Briefing details
This week's We Are EEAST Briefing will be held on Thursday afternoon.
09 June 2021
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Do you have a payroll query?
HR Support Services are here to help
08 June 2021
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Latest patient safety newsletter
The patient safety newsletter for June is here.
08 June 2021
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Notification of Datix Essential Server Maintenance - Thursday 10th June 2021
The service will be disrupted and unavailable between 17:00 and 18:00 on Thursday 10th June 2021.
08 June 2021
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Upcoming Leadership and Organisational Development courses
Details on upcoming Leadership and Organisational Development courses in June.
08 June 2021
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We Are EEAST Briefing - Thursday 3rd June 2021
Latest briefing recording featuring our Interim Chief Executive, Dr Tom Davis.
07 June 2021
Volunteers Week 2021
Volunteers’ Week
We hope you have enjoyed celebrating Volunteers’ Week with us.
07 June 2021
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Is your commute as green as possible?
We want to hear about your travel and transport choices, what’s working well and what we could do to help your journey be more environmentally friendly.
07 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Stephen's story
Community first responder (CFR), Stephen Maurice, has spoken of his pride at working as part of a team to care for patients during national Volunteers’ Week.
07 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Lynda's story
Lynda Logan, lead chaplain, describes the variety of support provided to staff by her voluntary team and the satisfaction she takes from the role.
06 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Adrian's story
Adrian Garnham community first responder (CFR) speaks of the satisfaction he gets from his role and pride at helping others.
05 June 2021
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Thank you for your continued hard work
We would like to say thank you to everyone for their hard work during a busy week.
04 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Steve's story
Community First Responder (CFR) Steve Maddams shares one of his volunteering special moments.
04 June 2021
EEAST Wellbeing Support
Where to find help with your health and wellbeing
Here at EEAST we know that now, more than ever, you may be struggling to maintain your health and wellbeing.
03 June 2021
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June is Pride Month
Pride is a time to reflect on the progress we’ve made towards LGBT equality and to celebrate our wonderfully diverse LGBT workforce.
03 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Ben's story
Community First Responder (CFR) Ben Lavender shares what volunteering means to him.
03 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Jamie's story
Hear what Community First Responder (CFR) Jamie Lutner has to say about why he became and volunteer and what it means to him.
02 June 2021
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Improving care following a miscarriage
A HART paramedic who lost 2.5 litres of blood after having a miscarriage has shared a range of resources to help colleagues improve the care they provide.
02 June 2021
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This week's We Are EEAST Briefing details
This week's We Are EEAST Briefing will take place on Thursday afternoon.
02 June 2021
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Body-worn cameras introduction to help protect staff from assaults
As part of a national NHS plan involving all ambulance trusts, we are introducing body worn cameras for frontline staff.
02 June 2021
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Issues with Datix system
Update: This issue has now been resolved.
01 June 2021
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A thank you from the Vaccination Team
The vaccination clinics at EEAST have now closed.
01 June 2021
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National Volunteers' Week - Sharon's Story
Community First Responder (CFR) Sharon Smith shares what volunteering means to her.
01 June 2021
Volunteers Week 2021
Volunteers’ Week is here!
Join us in saying a huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers across EEAST.
01 June 2021