Staff working across University Hospital Hairmyres are being reminded of the wellbeing support available to them, as they battle the Covid-19 pandemic.
With 24-hour support available, staff are encouraged to engage with wellbeing services who can provide professional help and support during these challenging times.
Kirsty McMillan, senior nurse at University Hospital Hairmyres, said: “It has been a very difficult 18 months for everyone. In particular, the past few weeks have brought challenges and pressures that we have never had to deal with all at once before.
“Even though it is summer, we are coping with volumes of patients and pressures within the hospital that we usually only experience during winter.
“I have never been more humbled and proud of our team here at Hairmyres. Despite all we have been through, I still witness you all putting the patient at the heart of everything you do.
“It is very important to acknowledge however that none of us have super powers and where a lot of people are managing okay, I know that some of you are not.”
Staff across the hospital are being encouraged to make use of the support available.
Kirsty added: “Please can I remind you all about some the support services we have available for you:
“We have the 24-hour helpline which provides access for staff to speak with experienced listeners who are trained in a variety of techniques to offer support depending on your circumstances
“We have trained peer support workers who will provide you with a confidential and non-judgemental service
“If it’s a team of people who are feeling they need support then this can be arranged and this would be tailored to the teams needs
“Also on the Hairmyres site don’t forget we have the wellbeing rest area which is up on the second floor and if you go there you can some quiet space, access to informal staff care, and easy access to all the information on the resources available as well as some light refreshments.
“If none of this sound appealing to you then please reach out to someone who you trust, talk to them about how you are feeling – sometimes when we have the courage to speak up it gives others confidence to do the same.”
“If you are struggling please speak up please don’t try to manage on your own especially when there are services available that you can use.
“No matter what role or position you have within our hospital we are all part of the same team, please remember there is support there for you and you are not alone.”
