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News archive from January 2016
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EAAA mud-run race needs volunteers
‘Only the Brave’ is a five to 10-mile mud-run full of madness, mayhem and man-made obstacles, and it’s all in aid of our colleagues at the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA).
31 January 2016
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Hidden gems reaches new milestone
More than 600 people at EEAST are now ‘hidden gems’!
30 January 2016
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New Board appointments announced
CEO Robert Morton updates us regarding two new appointments to the executive team
29 January 2016
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Be part of our culture change: volunteers wanted for staff groups
As you may have seen in Need to Know the Trust is about to undertake a cultural audit, where we will be looking to review, challenge, and most importantly change our culture.
29 January 2016
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Man sent to prison after hitting EMT
A man has received a prison sentence after hitting and spitting at an ambulance technician.
29 January 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 28th January
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies and transfer opportunities, is now available to view online.
28 January 2016
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The professional accountability of paramedics
The guidelines focus on identifying when it is appropriate for a paramedic to either not travel (in the case of an RRV) or not be in the patient care compartment (such as driving).
28 January 2016
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Change to sudden death process in Bedfordshire
Bedfordshire Police is making changes into the way it deals with sudden deaths, which will affect us.
28 January 2016
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Important change to clinical manual: end-of-life care
We have received an update to national guidance around ‘do not attempt CPR’ (DNACPR) and ‘advanced decision to refuse treatment’ (ADRT) forms.
28 January 2016
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End of life care training: book your place
Places for a training day on end of life care in Watford are available for all staff.
28 January 2016
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Director thanks Craig and James after freak cycle injury
Valerie Morton has witnessed the care and professionalism of ambulance staff in her role as a non-executive director time after time.
28 January 2016
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Reminder: use of the ePCR lap dock
When using the ePCR to input details of the patient you are conveying, please make sure to use the docking station provided while the vehicle is in motion.
27 January 2016
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'Improving and forever changing’: an update from CEO Robert Morton
The NHS staff survey results were published this week and it was great to see the improvements we have made, especially in staff engagement and motivation scores and with more people recommending EEAST as a place to work or receive treatment.
25 January 2016
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Behind the scenes: David Allen, Area Clinical Lead
We are continuing our ‘Behind the scenes’ feature, where we showcase a person or team from within the Trust. This week in the hot seat is Area Clinical Lead, David Allen.
25 January 2016
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Changes to stroke services at PAH
As of Monday, 25th January, the Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) in Harlow is making important changes to its stroke services that will affect where we convey certain stroke patients.
25 January 2016
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Reminder – selling Trust uniform
Items of Trust uniform and equipment have been spotted for sale on eBay. In some of these cases, the sellers have been identified as members of staff.
24 January 2016
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Peterborough paramedic Pasqualina delivers
Pasqualina Potter and Kirsty Barber had met many times during their work for the NHS.
23 January 2016
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Anglia Ruskin SP programme recommended for approval
We’re pleased to share the news that the Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) programme for our student paramedics has now been recommended for approval, having met all the required HCPC conditions.
22 January 2016
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An update from CEO Robert Morton: triage, deployment and pressure (21st January)
This week CEO Robert Morton updates us on the latest volunteer engagement event, EOC takeover week and changes on the horizon.
21 January 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 21st January
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies and transfer opportunities, is now available to view online.
21 January 2016
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Late finishes, morale and wellbeing: you said, we did
At the tail end of last year we ran a survey to get your views on late finishes, wellbeing, and morale.
21 January 2016
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Video: taking a look at our GP triage line
In aid of our EOC takeover week Dr Helen Alefounder explains our 999 clinical support service where GPs are giving extra support to ambulance crews.
21 January 2016
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Talking all things ‘volunteer’ at engagement event
Volunteers from all three disciplines of the Trust’s schemes gathered at the Belfry in Cambourne on Saturday (16th January) to talk strategy, support, and issues with senior leaders.
21 January 2016
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Video: the importance of speaking up
Patient safety should be the number one concern of all us who work in the NHS. But would you know what to do if you had a concern about patient safety?
21 January 2016
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Patient safety alert – what to do when a patient is restrained
Although the Trust does not train any member of staff to restrain, you may find yourself in a situation where a patient is being restrained manually or mechanically by others.
21 January 2016
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Blood pressure workshop in Cambridge: book your place today
Places for a workshop dedicated to tackling high blood pressure in Cambridgeshire are available for all staff.
20 January 2016
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Reviewing how we respond to calls
Over the past month we have set up a group to review how we respond to 999 calls, specifically exploring how we can better use our staff and resources and provide the patient with the most appropriate response to their needs.
19 January 2016
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Press release: plea to public following abusive calls
The majority of people calling 999 know that it’s a vital lifeline and not to be misused – but sadly, many still feel it’s acceptable to turn to 999 at the wrong time or mistreat the call handlers helping them.
19 January 2016
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There’s still time to get your flu jab!
As the temperatures continue to drop, it’s well worth remembering that flu jabs are still available.
19 January 2016
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An update to guidance for duplicate calls
There has recently been a change to national guidance on reporting of duplicate calls.
18 January 2016
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Department of Health survey of NHS staff
The Department of Health (DH) is conducting a survey on staff awareness of and attitudes towards national policies that affect the NHS.
16 January 2016
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For attention of CFRs: issue with defib pads
We have been advised that a batch of defibrillator pads for the G3 Cardiac Science automated external defibrillators (AEDs) may not function correctly.
15 January 2016
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Norfolk CFRs receive a big funding boost
The Mulbarton Community First Responder (CFR) group has received a boost following a donation from a Norfolk insurance broking firm.
15 January 2016
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Bedfordshire school trained to save lives
Teachers at a Harrold school have completed a life-saving awareness session with EEAST that has been hailed as an ‘extremely beneficial’ event.
15 January 2016
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Supporting each other: an update from CEO Robert Morton (14th January)
I hope that you will by now have read my email about the sad incident on Friday whereby one of our own was struck by a vehicle whilst on duty. I want to thank each and every one of you who has offered support to our colleague, their family and to each other during what is a very difficult time.
14 January 2016
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New ambulances are coming!
Christmas may be over, but the Trust has delivered a belated gift in the form of new ambulances across the region.
14 January 2016
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GP triage gets thumbs up from staff
A project that places GPs in the control rooms has been given the thumbs up by staff.
14 January 2016
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New dates added for MIND training
New dates have been added for the Blue Light manager training programme, which is a national initiative that aims to better support the mental health of people working in the emergency services.
14 January 2016
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Next week is our EOC takeover!
The important work of the Trust’s emergency operations centre staff will be celebrated next week during an EOC ‘takeover’.
14 January 2016
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Cleric CAD roll-out agreed for Norwich & Chelmsford
Following the successful roll out of the new Cleric CAD to Bedford EOC in November, we are currently planning to roll out the new CAD to Norwich EOC on the 17th February, and to Chelmsford EOC on the 2nd March.
14 January 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list - 14th January
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies and transfer opportunities, is now available to view online.
14 January 2016
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Join Health Service Discounts and save your pennies
From holidays, gym memberships, home appliances and meals out – you can get great deals by signing up to Health Service Discounts.
12 January 2016
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‘Drawing a line in the sand’ – weekly update from CEO Robert Morton, 11th February
I was shocked to hear news this week that one of our community first responders was assaulted with a weapon on Monday night whilst attending an emergency call. This is the latest in an unfortunate string of incidents – one of our Norfolk colleagues suffered at the hands of an assault recently too.
11 January 2016
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Support your colleagues through Blue Monday
This year, ‘Blue Monday’ is on 18th January.
11 January 2016
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Do you know someone who is a hidden gem?
Hidden gems are members of staff or volunteers who exemplify the Trust’s values.
09 January 2016
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Fentanyl patches – awareness for clinicians
Fentanyl is a pain relief, usually used to help prevent pain after surgery or other medical procedure.
08 January 2016
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Reminder: Be extra vigilant on security at stations and offices
There have been several incidents reported recently where members of the public appear to have been paying an unusually high amount of interest at some of our Ambulance Stations.
07 January 2016
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A new focus for the new year: an update from CEO Robert Morton (7th January)
As we move into a new year I wanted to reflect on some of the main challenges facing us over the next few months
07 January 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 7th January
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies and transfer opportunities, is now available to view online.
07 January 2016
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Essex CFRs to receive local ‘unsung heroes’ award
Congratulations to the Manningtree Community First Responders (CFRs) who are to be honoured at the Pride of Tendring awards next month.
07 January 2016
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Clinical update: removal of EZ-IO trigger guard
We have been advised by the supplier that when the EZ-IO is stored in its yellow case, the trigger guard should be removed.
07 January 2016
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In-patient ward changes in Beds and Luton
The following changes to mental health wards in Bedford and Luton Hospitals have taken place
07 January 2016
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Teaching Hertfordshire School to use life-saving defib
A life-saving awareness session for teachers at a Rickmansworth school has been hailed a ‘great success’.
07 January 2016
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The state pension is changing
The Government is making changes to the state pension on 6th April.
06 January 2016
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Datix is back online
Following yesterday’s upgrade, the Datix system is now back online and functioning fully.
05 January 2016
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Employee assistance programme: support when you need it
With pressures at work and at home, we all need some extra support from time to time.
05 January 2016
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Press release: Chief asks people to get 'winterwise' after high new year demand on 999 service
Demand on our 999 ambulance service peaked on New Year’s Day - and bosses are urging the public to be ‘winter wise’ to help support their own care as winter takes a hold.
04 January 2016
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Potential fault with drawing up needle packaging: please check your stores
A Datix has been logged where a drawing-up needle was reportedly missing, despite the packaging still being fully secure.
04 January 2016
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Carbon monoxide: be aware and safe
After an incident in Lancashire earlier this month, we would like to remind staff to be aware of the dangers and symptoms of carbon monoxide.
03 January 2016
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Survey: would you use a MIND helpline?
The mental health charity MIND has introduced an information helpline, the Blue Light Infoline, to support emergency staff, volunteers and their families.
02 January 2016
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Happy New Year
Wishing all our staff and volunteers a very safe and happy New Year!
01 January 2016