4 November 2022
SaTH gears up for awards celebrations
Honorary Fellowship for Helen
We are gearing up for our Annual Recognition Week and the Trust Celebratory Awards 2022, which are just around the corner. Annual Recognition Week takes place from Monday 7 November and this offers a lovely opportunity to pause, reflect and celebrate some of the incredible achievements happening across our hospitals.
During the week we will be holding four special events that recognise long service, volunteers, learning and development, as well as the contribution of our military colleagues on Remembrance Day. The events will take place as follows: Monday 7 November Long Service Awards We will celebrate some of our long-standing colleagues for their dedication and commitment. Tuesday 8 November – Volunteers Awards We will be thanking our valued volunteers for the difference they make to our communities. Wednesday 9 November Learning and Development Celebration
We will celebrate and showcase the learning and development opportunities available to help colleagues reach their potential. Friday 11 November – Remembrance Day Event We will recognise the contribution of our military colleagues and Armed Forces Champions with a service, which will include a two-minute silence. We look forward to celebrating our wonderful colleagues in this way and hope that you feel truly valued for everything that you do. Don’t forget - the Trust Celebratory Awards will be live-streamed at 6pm on Thursday 17 November, so make sure this is in your diary. More details about this will be shared with colleagues soon. Please do join in the celebrations.
Congratulations to Helen Coleman, Lead Nurse for Education and Quality, who has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship from Glyndwr Wrexham University for her contribution and services to Nursing. Helen was presented with her award at a graduation ceremony for Nursing students yesterday. • Privileged—See Page 3
Inside: Re-conditioning Games, Golden tickets and Ask Your Pharmacist Week
Reconditioning Games off the starting line The Re-conditioning Games are off the starting blocks with plenty of activities taking place. Some of our patients are coming into hospital much frailer as they haven’t been as active as they previously would have been. So, the Re-conditioning Games, launched on Tuesday, aim to recondition the nation as we encourage patients, visitors and staff to keep active to stay healthy and prevent muscle wastage. Hayley Flavell and John Jones, pictured top right, cut the ribbon for the opening ceremony at RSH. Dr Erica Capps cut the ribbon at the Opening Ceremony at the PRH.
Gold Medals were up for grabs for those areas that took part with everybody being encouraged to go for gold! There have been various taster sessions throughout the week for patients with local businesses and sports personnel coming to both sites. Taster sessions, which were held away from the ward environment, have included pilates, chair-based exercises and a gym trial. Refreshments will be provided after the sessions. The games will run for a minimum of six months so watch this space for more ideas and fun in the coming months for both colleagues and patients. A huge thank you to everyone involved.
Another fundraising boost for April
April Napala, a sister on the RSH Renal Unit, has followed up her epic kick scooter challenge with another successful fundraiser this week. April and colleagues held a Halloween bake sale in Mytton Restaurant, RSH, to raise more money for April dad’s cancer treatment in the Philippines. There was a great turnout with funds from the sale totalling £256.68. You can still donate to April’s cause by clicking here.
Delight for Helen as she accepts Fellowship Continued from Page 1
In her acceptance speech Helen thanked the University for the award which she had been surprised to receive but delighted and honoured to accept. She felt privileged to have been a nurse and fortunate to have had a career doing something that she loved and one that had been so rewarding and fulfilling. In these challenging times she felt the fundamental qualities of
nursing - caring and compassion nursing leadership and - were more important than ever. operational management roles. Helen took the opportunity to acknowledge the amazing and talented people she had worked with over the years without whom she would not have achieved what she had.
Nurse Education has always been a central to her role with a particular focus on preregistration nursing, forging strong links and partnerships with University colleagues.
Helen’s career spans over 46 years, having trained as a Nurse at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. Her clinical background was critical care, but she has held a number of senior
Helen retires at the end of December so this award is a fitting acknowledgement and tribute to her nursing career. Congratulations Helen.
Captain Tom’s Garden: One year on
The Captain Sir Tom Moore Courtyard has over the last year or so provided a space to support staff away from their busy work environments, hosted some great staff engagement events and provided an accessible area for both patients and their visitors to take some time out.
technician at the Princess Royal Hospital who was studying for a Royal Horticultural Certificate in the Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance.
Stop the Pressure Week (14 -18 November) is a pioneering campaign to eliminate avoidable pressure ulcers in all health and care settings.
Viability Stop the Pressure Board with a focus on risk assessment.
This theory-based qualification teaches the principles which underpin horticultural practices supporting entry into The garden design was put professional horticulture and forward by our very own Emma providing a foundation for further Mayho, who is pictured above, a learning.
To mark it, we have asked wards to produce a Tissue
Julia Clarke, Director of Public Participation, said: “The popularity of the captain Sir Tom Moore Courtyard is testimony to the talent that Emma has in planning a recreational garden area for the benefit of others. “The Courtyard will be enjoyed for years to come and it’s a big thank you and well done to Emma.”
well-displayed boards. The closing date for entries was 31 October.
We are looking for innovative, creative ways of highlighting Judging will take place during risks to our patients and Stop the Pressure Week. families and are looking for educational, informative and
Teams present a flurry of golden tickets
A number of golden tickets have been handed recipients of these very special tickets on Ward out to our fantastic colleagues over the past 25 Colorectal and Gastroenterology. few weeks. Congratulations to all of our golden ticket winners Pictured above are student nurses Terri-Kay and thank you for all you do.! Waldron and Mark Bowen, who are two recent
Carbon Literacy Action Day On Monday 7 November it’s Carbon Literacy Action Day – the world’s largest climate education training day which also coincides with day one of the UN COP27 negotiations in Egypt.
• Tuesday 8 November, 122pm, Mytton Restaurant RSH
They are asking all staff to make a carbon pledge by making a small change either at work or at home (e.g. reducing the amount they print, using a reusable cup To mark the event the Sustaina- instead of a disposable on when bility Team are holding inforbuying a coffee, trying a meat mation stands to share inforfree day once per week/month mation about carbon literacy, etc) – small changes all add up what the Trust is doing to reduce to make a big difference! carbon emissions, and what everyone can do to help: All pledges will then go into a prize draw to win a £50 Amazon • Monday 7 November, 12voucher. 2pm, Apley Restaurant PRH The Sustainability Team can
help with pledge ideas, so please come along to find out more or you can email the team at: sath.trustsustainability@nhs.net
Clair Kynaston and Angela Yeomans
Emma Ballance and Katie Hart
Liam Sunerton
Hayley Pearson
Kenny Lewis
Memory Daniel, Samantha Russell and Jane Weston
Moira Lineton
Philile Grace Bungane
Shivali Bhargava
Three weeks left to complete your survey
The NHS Staff Survey 2022 is open and, if you haven’t already, please remember to take 15 minutes to have your say.
Unit) has just been announced the winner of the Kindle Fire tablet. Amanda completed her survey a few weeks ago and was contacted this week after she was drawn as the winner.
If you prefer to phone in your responses anonymously, please Amanda said: “I thought it was a call 0800 783 1775. scam at first, but couldn’t believe Prizes are available for individu- it when I realised I’d won! I’ve never won a prize in my life! als and teams who complete theirs, including a £500 holiday voucher, £50 high street vouch- “I completed my Staff Survey not long after I received my email. ers and a spa day for two. It’s nice to have the opportunity Amanda Reynolds, a Healthcare to have a voice in your workAssistant on Ward 23 (Neonatal place; we all have a responsibil-
ity to help create the future we want. If you don’t say anything, nothing will change.
“I’m extra glad I had my say now I have a Kindle Fire too!” More prizes will be drawn in a few weeks time, including a £500 holiday voucher, £50 high street vouchers and a spa day for two. More information about the NHS Staff Survey 2022 is available on the intranet.
To mark ‘Ask Your Pharmacist Week’ (31 October- 7 November) we have been celebrating our Pharmacy Team across both of our hospital sites. The department held an “open
house” every afternoon during the week for colleagues to take a guided tour, ask questions, and have a general nose at what goes on behind the scenes! The Pharmacy Team includes Pharmacists, Pharmacy
Technicians and Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officers. You may have spotted some of them around the hospitals this week, proudly sporting their new pharmacy t-shirts!
Men’s health week From Monday 7 to Saturday 12 November, we have joined our partner organisations to host our own ‘Men’s Health Week’ to tie in with national ‘Movember’ charity work. The local campaign aims to raise awareness of key health issues such as prostate cancer symptoms, abdominal aortic aneurysm screening and the prevalence of hidden • mental health concerns.
Public events looking at the topics above will run on: • •
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Wednesday 9 November at Darwin Shopping Centre, Shrewsbury, SY1 1PL 10am-4pm Thursday 10 November at Telford Shopping Centre, Telford TF3 4BX 10am-4pm
Saturday 12 November at AFC Telford match Wellington, TF1 2TU 123pm Saturday 12 November at Shrewsbury Town FC match SY2 6ST 12-3pm.
Colleagues are invited along to sessions by Simon Caulton, a men’s mental health advocate, at both PRH and RSH. Details included above.
AAA Screening AAA Screening will also take part in promotions during Men’s Health week. It is a Screening Programme commissioned by Public Health England and our small team travel across the county to 60 different GP practices to offer this free scan to all men in their 65th year! Men over 65 who have not yet had a scan with us, can self refer by giving us a call or email. 01743 261 048 sath.aaa@nhs.net
Cost of Living Support Throughout the month of November, staff who are struggling with the cost of living will be able to receive a free soup and a roll from the restaurants at both PRH and RSH. Simply ask the catering staff and they will ensure this is provided. Who’s kids have already lost their jumper or cardigan? Have their shoes only lasted a month? It can be frustrating and stressful having to repurchase items so quickly, especially with the cost-of-living crisis and financial worries that many of us will have. To support colleagues who are struggling during this time, a “support for school” voucher is accessible to our staff to help put funds towards the cost of providing your child(ren) with school uniforms, shoes, stationery etc. Colleagues will have to apply for this via their manager, chaplaincy team or health and wellbeing team. For full guidance please click here.
Small Things Big Difference As the weather gets cooler, there maybe items that you or your colleagues need to make your work environment a little bit more comfortable. The SaTH Charity ‘Small Things Big Difference’ Fund is available to help you at this time. It might be that your team needs a microwave so you can have hot food, or a working kettle for warm drinks?
Walking and running group ED colleagues in Shrewsbury have set up a walking/running group and they would like to open it up to all colleagues. Walk Talk Walk/Run Talk Run is either a 3k walk or 5k run, and allows colleagues to exercise and meet new people. The aim is to go at the pace of the slowest person in the group.
The group will be meeting next to the helipad outside the ED entrance at RSH on Fridays at 5.30pm Grants for up to £300 are available and can be from 4 November. applied for using the form here. People need to wear appropriate clothing for exerThere are restrictions on the types of applicacising, and ideally something bright/reflective now tions made. For instance, it shouldn't be for the nights are drawing in. items you reasonably need to carry out your day to day work such as computers and staTo register your interest email: tionery, or items such as antibacterial wipes or alexia.jones@nhs.net medical equipment, items must also adhere to Fire and Safety and IPC guidelines.
Join our choir for William Farr Memorial Lecture The next Veteran Awareness training session is going to be on the evening of 30 November in SECC. Supported by Sarah Kerr we will learn more about the services that are available to support our Armed Forces community from 1800-1900h, and the rest of the evening we will hear from speakers saying what else is being done around our Region and celebrating the efforts we are making in SATH. rousing close. Please email Jules Lewis jules.lewis@nhs.net It’s going to be a fun evening so if you are interested in getting please try and come and also involved. spread the word to your teams who want to learn more. A free curry meal will be made available from 17.30- 19.00. Join our choir: We are also Please book via the following so wanting to form a small choir to that we can get an idea on numperform one song on the night - bers. 'Bridge over troubled waters'. You don't need to be a strong The 6th Annual William Farr Mesinger - but the intention is to morial Lecture Tickets, Wed 30 help bring the story telling and Nov 2022 at 18:00 | Eventbrite music during the evening to a
It is part of this year's William Farr Memorial Lecture, which focuses on the wonderful work being done by staff and volunteers in our hospitals and community for our military community. It will celebrate the life and work of Florence Nightingale and volunteers like her during the Crimean and American Civil wars, and then highlighting the similarities to people's response to today's challenges including COVID-19.
Diwali Celebrations across the Trust
The celebration of Diwali, a five-day festival of lights, took place between 21-25 October. It is celebrated by millions of people across the world and symbolises new beginnings and the triumph of light over darkness. Our Medical Team held their own celebrations with a cake and decorations. Our Freedom To Speak Up (FTSU) Team also visited wards to help spread this positive message of hope and to give out candles for people to take home and light. To colleagues who celebrated Diwali, we hope it brought happiness, prosperity and joy to you and your family.
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1st - £400 - Thomas Roker, Pathology 2nd - £200 - Jacob Ray, Assistant Technical Officer 2nd - £200 - Lisa Marie Price, Ward 22 PRH 3rd - £100 - Annette (Net) Mason, Women and Children’s 3rd - £100 - Susan Walton (Sue), Women and Children’s
The final word... I am just emailing to provide feedback for one of your nurses that looked after me in the AMU in Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. His name was Louis and he had long blond hair. He was honestly the best nurse I’ve ever encountered in my life. When I got to AMU I was tired, hungry, scared and really tearful. I feel that Louis instantly picked up on this and made so much effort to reassure me. He got me a drink and some snacks and explained everything to me. He was so caring, considerate and simply wonderful at his job. The ward was so busy and there was a really poorly lady having seizures, Louis was excellent with her, with all of us. He truly made an awful time so much better. He lifted us all and made us feel cared about and safe. I will never forget him and feel he should have some recognition for how he went above and beyond.
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