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News archive from May 2016
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RIGHT-2 stroke trial: a paramedic’s view
A paramedic based in Peterborough has spoken about her experiences and thoughts of the two-year national stroke trial, RIGHT-2.
31 May 2016
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New safeguarding app has landed!
A new safeguarding app has been launched and is available for colleagues to download – and it’s free!
31 May 2016
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Update from Robert Morton
I want to take a moment this week to reflect on the commitment and support of our volunteers, be they community first responders, co-responders, chaplains, ambulance car drivers or trust user group members.
30 May 2016
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Sign up to this year’s ambulance football tournament
Entries for this year’s national ambulance football tournament are still open - and you’re still able to sign up!
29 May 2016
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You’re invited to the NARS charity ball!
The Norfolk Accident Rescue Service (NARS) invites you to its charity ball at the Royal Norfolk Showground.
28 May 2016
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Essex staff take on tough mudder
A group of Essex staff got tough in the mud to raise hundreds of pounds for a hospice charity.
27 May 2016
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Supply shortages of adrenaline 1:1000 pre-filled syringes
We’ve been notified of a supply shortage for adrenaline 1:1000 pre-filled syringes.
27 May 2016
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When to contact security or fraud specialists
If you have a security and fraud issue and don’t know who to call, this article provides a guide to ensure you get help straight away.
27 May 2016
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Update from CEO Robert Morton, 26th May
I was very proud to sign our Time to Change employer pledge, along with Chair Sarah Boulton, at yesterday’s Trust Board meeting. The pledge is our commitment to increasing awareness, improving our services and challenging stigma when it comes to mental health here at EEAST.
26 May 2016
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Challenging the stigma and discrimination around mental health
Regular readers of Need to Know will be aware of the extensive work being done to increase awareness and improve services related to the mental health of our people.
26 May 2016
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GP trial in EOC
As you know, we are developing a new operating model for the Trust which will see us delivering care to patients in different ways...
26 May 2016
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Have your voice heard: culture survey still open
We’d like to say a big thank you to the 795 of you (as of Monday!) who have so far completed our culture survey.
26 May 2016
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Wear orange tomorrow for sepsis
It’s time to turn your life orange and help support sepsis.
26 May 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 26th May
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies, expressions of interest and transfer opportunities, has been published.
26 May 2016
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Latest JESIP newsletter is available
The latest Joint Emergency Services Interoperability Programme(JESIP) newsletter has been published and is available to download from East24.
24 May 2016
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We shouldn’t be afraid to talk about performance: update from CEO Robert Morton, 23rd June
In this week's update, Robert Morton looks at performance and gives a tribute to MP Jo Cox.
23 May 2016
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Book a place: EHAAT’s aeromedical conference
All qualified clinicians and students are invited to attend Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust’s annual aeromedical conference – ‘the trauma epidemic: adapting to the latest strain.’
23 May 2016
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Hospital survey: safeguarding older people
The Norfolk and Norwich Hospital and the University of East Anglia are exploring the knowledge, experience and training of healthcare professionals in relation to safeguarding older adults.
22 May 2016
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What to say if approached by media at incidents
At our larger incidents, or for those in public places, journalists and the media may well take an interest and send a reporter to the scene.
21 May 2016
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Hertfordshire community convert phone box into life-saving station
A community in Hertfordshire have thanked EEAST for donating a public defibrillator and have switched on their creative minds by converting an old telephone box into a station for the life-saving device.
20 May 2016
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Business continuity week: Loss of premises
This week (16th-20th May) is Business Continuity Awareness week. Organised by the Business Continuity Institute, the week aims to raise awareness of the importance of business continuity and resilience in organisations such as ours.
20 May 2016
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Messages of condolence for Gary Smithen
After the sad loss of our colleague Gary Smithen, Gary's family have given us a book of condolence that they are happy for anyone who knew Gary to put messages in.
20 May 2016
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Staff show off their dance moves in running man challenge
Dozens of Norfolk staff put their best foot forward and raised hundreds of pounds for charity during a dance challenge.
19 May 2016
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New Board appointments to help to drive forward Trust
The Trust has today announced the appointment of two new executive directors, who will help to create a stable executive team that will continue to drive the organisation forward.
19 May 2016
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New early intervention vehicle introduced in Herts
An early intervention vehicle (EIV) has been introduced as part of a scheme in north east Herts to help care for patients within their own home.
19 May 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 19th May
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies, expressions of interest and transfer opportunities, has been published.
19 May 2016
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Support mental health awareness week
This week (16-22nd May) is Mental Health awareness week.
19 May 2016
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Places available for end of life training day
The Trust has teamed up with Peace Hospice Care and The Hospice of St Francis to provide a specialist end of life training course just for ambulance clinicians.
19 May 2016
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Labelling GlucaGen
Prior to reconstitution, GlucaGen has a shelf life of 36-months.
19 May 2016
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Business continuity week: Fire
This week (16th-20th May) is Business Continuity Awareness week. Organised by the Business Continuity Institute, the week aims to raise awareness of the importance of business continuity and resilience in organisations such as ours.
19 May 2016
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The future for ePCR: contract and use update
From today, we are providing staff with new information about changes being made to the eCPR contract and its use in the next 18 months to two years.
19 May 2016
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Do you have a work mobile phone?
If you have a Trust mobile phone connected to the O2 network, you should have received a text message last week asking you to contact the IT Service Desk to confirm your phone is still in use.
19 May 2016
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GRS issues reported
GRSWeb is currently not working as expected when accessed from an external computer, tablet or mobile. We are working on solution and will let colleagues know when it has been resolved.
19 May 2016
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Using Trust-issue equipment – it’s tried and tested
The equipment we carry every day is what allows us to do our jobs properly – without it we simply can’t provide high-quality care to our patients.
18 May 2016
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Business continuity week: Loss of staff
This week (16th-20th May) is Business Continuity Awareness week. Organised by the Business Continuity Institute, the week aims to raise awareness of the importance of business continuity and resilience in organisations such as ours.
18 May 2016
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The ins and out of virtual crew rooms
Virtual crew rooms are closed EEAST Facebook groups which are only open to members.
17 May 2016
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Business continuity week: Loss of electricity
This week (16th-20th May) is Business Continuity Awareness week. Organised by the Business Continuity Institute, the week aims to raise awareness of the importance of business continuity and resilience in organisations such as ours.
17 May 2016
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Update from CEO Robert Morton
My thoughts and condolences have been with the loved ones of the Orlando attack victims this week, as well as the 911 and volunteer medical agencies that no doubt faced a truly overwhelming and terrifying scene.
16 May 2016
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Would you like to become an equality, diversity and inclusion champion?
You could be part of the new Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) sub group, helping staff members belonging to the nine protected characteristics within the Equality Act 2010, feel valued and included.
16 May 2016
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Business continuity week: Loss of IT
This week (16th-20th May) is Business Continuity Awareness week. Organised by the Business Continuity Institute, the week aims to raise awareness of the importance of business continuity and resilience in organisations such as ours.
16 May 2016
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Emergency exercise hailed as ‘huge success’
An emergency exercise, led by Trust staff, has been hailed as a huge success.
15 May 2016
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National ambulance football tournament
Entries to take part in this year’s national ambulance football tournament are still open.
15 May 2016
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Sun safety as Britain hots up
Sun Awareness Week runs until Monday (16th May) and with more than 2,000 deaths in the UK from malignant melanoma it’s even more important to take precautions – even when the sun’s rays are tucked behind the clouds.
14 May 2016
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Places left on emergency services mental health workshop
As we try to increase and improve our wellbeing service for everyone in the Trust, we are working with the charity Mind and other organisations to get the best support and guidance we can.
14 May 2016
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Taking the next step on the clinical career path
Congratulations to the group of eight emergency care assistants (ECAs) who have recently completed their course to emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
14 May 2016
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Scheme in West Suffolk gives new training opportunities for staff
West Suffolk is currently running an innovative scheme to allow staff a chance to train and develop their skills.
13 May 2016
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Dying matters: why we need to have the big conversation
It’s a sad reality that, despite our best efforts, sometimes as a service we can’t save everyone; death or end-of-life care is something that our patient-facing teams have to deal with and face on a regular basis.
13 May 2016
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Guidance for collection of blood samples in Norfolk
Guidance on the collection of blood samples in Norfolk is now available on East24.
13 May 2016
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‘Second to none’ – 99% satisfaction for Trust in March
“From the moment I telephoned 999 the actions of everyone involved were second to none.”
12 May 2016
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Have you used Language Line UK?
Treating a patient where there is a language barrier can be tricky.
12 May 2016
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Stansted ambulance station is closed
With immediate effect, Stansted Ambulance Station has closed until further notice.
12 May 2016
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Changes to accessing NHS.net email
This month NHS.net email changed and is no longer supported within Microsoft Outlook or mobile device apps.
12 May 2016
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Suffolk man thanks life-savers after collapse at Ipswich match
Staff at EEAST and the Emergency Medical Doctors Service (EDMS) have been praised after saving the life of an Ipswich football fan during Ipswich Town’s penultimate home game (Tuesday, 19th April) - after he collapsed and went into cardiac arrest.
12 May 2016
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New call handlers set for control
Five new recruits are ready and raring to take 999 calls as they finish their emergency call handler training on Friday (6th May).
12 May 2016
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Being approached by journalists on scene
At our larger incidents, or for those in public places, journalists and the general media will usually take an interest and may send a reporter to the scene.
12 May 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 12th May
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies, expressions of interest and transfer opportunities, has been published.
12 May 2016
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Datix maintenance on Tuesday (17th)
At 9am on Tuesday (17th May), Datix will be undergoing some system maintenance.
12 May 2016
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Charity recycling scheme in west Essex
Do you have any used stamps or inkjet cartridges lying around? They may no longer be of use to you, but they could be to The Lullaby Trust.
11 May 2016
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Did you see? New Clinical Quality Matters published
Our 'complex patients' issue of Clinical Quality Matters was published at the end of April. Have you downloaded yours yet?
10 May 2016
World Lupus Day
Support World Lupus Day
Today (10th May) is World Lupus Day.
10 May 2016
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John Gates
The Trust is saddened to share news today of John Gates, former ambulance colleague, who has sadly passed away.
09 May 2016
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Today's Datix maintenance completed
Today's scheduled maintenance to the Datix system has now been completed.
09 May 2016
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Well done to our ambulance care assistants!
Congratulations to our six ambulance care assistants (ACAs) who have passed a new emergency driving course at Barton Mills.
09 May 2016
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Behind the scenes: Matthew Best, Dispatcher
This week, the ‘Behind the scenes’ light shines on Matthew Best, a dispatcher for Norwich EOC.
08 May 2016
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Marathon man Martyn crosses the finish line
Congratulations to Martyn Pollard, who has run his first marathon and raised more than £2,000 for charity!
07 May 2016
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Trust joins healthcare job expo for new recruits
No potential candidate is being left undiscovered thanks to the Trust’s latest drive to get more people on the ambulance front line.
07 May 2016
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Robert joins prestigious RAF Lakenheath as honorary commander
An ambulance officer will be helping to improve relations between ambulance and military personnel after being awarded a prestigious honorary commander role.
06 May 2016
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Equipment fails and near-misses
Had an equipment failure or near-miss? Please remember to report it on Datix.
06 May 2016
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Fire co-responding trial launching for cardiac arrests
Next week will see the launch of a new co-responding pilot with the fire service that will bolster our response to our most seriously ill patients.
05 May 2016
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Lease cars: behind the headlines
Colleagues may have picked up on some media coverage over the weekend about lease cars.
05 May 2016
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A rock and a role-model: one team’s thanks to retiree John
Most people open presents or have a spot of cake to celebrate their birthday, but John Giblin decided to buck the trend back in 2002 and start a new job. Luckily for us, that job was in our Bedford control room.
05 May 2016
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ECG won’t send? Please report it on Datix
Patient-facing teams will know that our defibrillators can be used to send copies of a patient’s ECG electronically.
05 May 2016
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Cultural survey – have you had your say?
Our cultural survey will be winging its way to you very soon – and some of you may have even received yours already!
05 May 2016
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Why is hand hygiene important?
Today (5th May) is World Hand Hygiene Day – a day declared by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to raise the awareness of hand hygiene.
05 May 2016
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GRS offline on Tuesday (10th) for updates
The GRS and GRSWeb systems will be unavailable from 9am-3pm on Tuesday, 10th May, due to a software upgrade.
05 May 2016
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Vacancy and transfer list – 5th May
This week’s HR e-zine, with the latest job vacancies, expressions of interest and transfer opportunities, has been published.
05 May 2016
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Dozens learn life-saving skills at Norfolk event
Dozens of people learnt life-saving skills at a south Norfolk village at the weekend.
05 May 2016
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Datix maintenance on Monday (9th)
At 9am on Monday (9th May), the facility for uploading documents to Datix will be temporarily unavailable.
04 May 2016
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Allergy awareness week
Last week was allergy awareness week!
04 May 2016
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Participants needed for a new equality project
Would you like to be part of a new project examining black and ethnic minority (BME) in the east of England?
03 May 2016
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Trust receives 8% increase in May Day bank holiday calls
The Trust received just over 9,000 emergency calls during the three day May Day bank holiday – 8% more than last year.
03 May 2016
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Behind the scenes: Anne Wright, Local Security Management Specialist
Our ‘behind the scenes’ feature, where we highlight a person or team from within the Trust, continues. This week is Anne Wright, who is our Local Security Management Specialist. Anne has worked with the ambulance service for 28 years.
03 May 2016
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Crossing the one million mark: update from CEO Robert Morton (2nd June)
I want to take some time to talk about demand this week, but in some actual detail. We often say ‘demand is increasing’ and that it’s busier than it’s ever been before – but broken down, what does that actually mean?
02 May 2016
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Herts CFR group receives welcome equipment boost
A community first responder (CFR) group has received vital new equipment donated by a bookshop club in Hemel Hempstead.
02 May 2016