This week we celebrated our amazing midwives across the Trust.
Over the next few weeks, we celebrate International Day of the Midwife, National ODP Day and National Nurses Day.
I want to express my heartfelt thanks to every nurse, midwife and operating department practitioner across Barnsley Hospital.
Your compassion, expertise and unwavering commitment make an extraordinary difference to the people we serve. Each of you plays a vital role in delivering safe, dignified and outstanding care, often in challenging circumstances.
I am incredibly proud of your professionalism, resilience and teamwork. Thank you for the kindness you show, the skill you bring, and the dedication you live every day. You are the heart of our hospital.
Sue Spencer, Nurse Manager for Patient Flow, Discharge Teams and Acorn, has been invited to a Royal Garden Party in recognition of her incredible service to the NHS.
Now in her 37th year at the Trust, Sue began her career as a student nurse in January 1990 and has supported countless patients and colleagues.
Sue said she feels “incredibly honoured” and is thrilled to share the special day with her daughter who attended alongside her.
Colleagues have praised her kindness, leadership and dedication. We hope you had the most amazing day, Sue –everyone at Barnsley Hospital is so proud of you.
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On Tuesday we celebrated International Day of the Midwife across the Trust. It’s a celebration of the crucial role midwives play in our communities, and the brilliant work our midwifery teams do every day. You may have seen some of our midwives raising funds with homemade bakes, cakes and pastries on a mobile cake sale. Thank you for all you do.
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This International Day of the Midwife, we wanted to thank Ellie Brown for her fundraising for the hospital’s Rainbow Room.
Ellie has worked as a midwife at Barnsley for 16 years.
Ellie said: “Supporting these families is not just my job - it is something I carry with me every single day.
“But I am also a bereaved parent, when my son Rupert died, I sat in that very room. I know first-hand how important that space is. In those moments, nothing can take the pain away - but the environment, the care, and the smallest details can make an unbearable situation feel just a little gentler, a little more human.
“No one should ever have to say goodbye to their baby. But if they do, they deserve the very best support and surroundings we can provide.”
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Ellie and her partner Matt will be cycling 145 miles from Southport to Barnsley over three days, arriving at the hospital on Rupert’s birthday on the 4 September. th
Donate to Ellie’s Hospital Charity fundraiser
BRILLIANT TEAM
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The Medical Same Day Emergency Care (MSDEC) team are such a dynamic team and have shown resilience and strength when adapting to recent changes by trailing new ways of working. This comes following the Emergency Department streaming commenced in December 2025 to improve patient flow.
The patient numbers attending MSDEC have consistently increased and we are proud of the team and the dedication to maintaining an effective service whilst a high standard of care is delivered.
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BRILLIANT TEAM
ShortStayUnit
The Short Stay Unit has shown resilience and a positive attitude during the move to TeleTracking, achieving record discharge numbers and maintaining strong patient flow. Focused teamwork, proactive communication, and consistent use of real‐time data have strengthened efficiency.
Throughout these changes, the team has upheld safe, compassionate, patient‐centred care as their core priority.
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Barnsley Hospital’s Endoscopy Department is celebrating national recognition after being shortlisted as one of just six teams in the Green Gastroenterology Challenge 2026.
Backed by Micro-Tech UK, the initiative supports teams to deliver high-impact sustainability projects while improving patient care.
Guided by the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare, the team will develop innovative ideas throughout the year, culminating in a national showcase this November.
Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Elmuhtady Said praised the achievement as a win for patients, the planet and Barnsley’s NHS Net Zero ambitions.
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As we revisit our journey towards making the hospital a smokefree site, we want to understand what this change really feels like for you. We know change works best when it’s shaped with the people it affects, so we’re inviting colleagues to participate in our Trust-wide survey.
It’s an opportunity to share your experiences, feel heard, and help shape a policy that’s realistic and works in practice. Your perspective matters.
Find out more on the Hub and fill out the survey when it’s launched.
Professional Nurse Advocates (PNAs) are here to support staff through a continuous improvement process aiming to build personal and professional resilience, enhance quality of care, and support preparation for revalidation.
Emmimal Mani, Practice Educator, was presented with her Level 7 PNA accreditation on Friday. Well deserved!
PNAs support the NHS long term plan by delivering quality improvement.
If you would like to access a PNA for support, or are interested in becoming a PNA, please email bdg-tr.professionalnurseadvocates@nhs.net
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Barnsley FC Community Trust is currently running a colouring competition with local artist Adam Briscoe.
The club wanted to have the children and young people who are currently on the Children’s Ward at Barnsley take part. They called in with mascot Toby Tyke to hand out the art for colouring.
The prize is a piece of artwork signed by Barnsley FC’s first team.
Huge thanks to everyone at Alhambra Outpatients who stepped forwards to be on camera, shouting about our fantastic facility in a social media video for the Department of Health and Social Care.
Arranged at the last minute of course, the teams showed a great welcome to Melvin.
Look out on the DHSC social channels for colleagues talking about the work being done at Alhambra Outpatients.
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Thank you to everyone who has sent in your photos of your beloved pets. It’s brightened up our inbox.
To submit your pet, email the comms team with three facts about them.
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Arnie: He loves going to CrossFit to see his gym friends. He loves the beach and playing in the water. He loves cuddles and belly rubs.
