Frequently asked questions on discharge without delay programme
Over the last two weeks, Pulse Online has focussed on the discharge without delay (DwD) programme. We have highlighted two animations: explaining what DwD is and a short clip highlighting where practitioners can find more support. In this third and final update in the...
Winner of Queen Jubilee tickets in London
NHS Charities Together offered NHS Lanarkshire two exclusive tickets to the Platinum Party at the Palace Jubilee Concert, and Susan Kane, stop smoking advisor, “couldn’t believe her luck” when she was announced the winner to attend! As a member of NHS Charities...
NHS Lanarkshire Breastfeeding Conference returns in person
On Tuesday (14 June) the NHS Lanarkshire Breastfeeding Conference returned to welcome staff, partners, parents and grandparents to Dalziel Park to celebrate Scottish Breastfeeding Week. Scottish Breastfeeding Week champions the work to support, protect and promote...
Shelley Percival appointed as director of dentistry
A new director of dentistry has been appointed in Lanarkshire. Following a formal interview process, Shelley Percival has accepted the role after fulfilling the interim post since 1 January. Shelley will continue to provide leadership on all issues relating to...
Video message from Eddie Docherty, NHS Lanarkshire executive nurse director
As Heather is on annual leave, Eddie Docherty, NHS Lanarkshire executive nurse director, gives this week’s staff message. Eddie focuses on the first episode of the second series of Tiny Lives which was broadcast on BBC One. Tiny Lives series shows the remarkable work...
Keep family members and pets healthier by having a smoke-free home
To give family members and pets the healthiest life possible, NHS Lanarkshire’s Quit Your Way team is partnering with various Lanarkshire vet surgeries, to raise awareness of the harms of second-hand smoke to children and family members at home, including pets....
Staff urged to complete Whistleblowing training
Staff are reminded to complete the TURAS whistleblowing training module to help NHS Lanarkshire create a culture where staff feel safe to raise a concern. The National Whistleblowing Standards (referred to as the Standards) were introduced in April 2021 to help staff...
Discharge without delay: Help and support for a flying start
A new animation has been launched to highlight the support available to implement a programme based on communication, co-ordination and compassion. Lanarkshire has been one of four national ‘pathfinder sites’ for the discharge without delay (DwD) programme. That means...
Big thank you for taking part in Quality Week
Quality Week 2022 proved to be a real success with almost 700 people taking advantage of the learning and development sessions throughout the week. Elizabeth Currie, Quality Programme Manager with the Quality Directorate said: “We would like to thank everyone for...
