Monthly archives: April 2024
Join Richard and James to shape the future of SWB!
Colleagues are invited to upcoming drop-in sessions following the recent staff survey results.
Your invaluable feedback has provided us with a wealth of insights, Richard Beeken, Chief Executive, and James Fleet, Interim Chief People Officer are committed to listening to you and your feedback on how we can improve areas within our Trust.
These sessions are designed for open dialogue, collaboration, and actionable solutions based on your feedback. Whether you’ve shared your thoughts on workplace culture, communication, or professional development, your input is crucial in shaping our journey forward. Colleagues are invited to drop by at your convenience, don’t hesitate to invite colleagues who might also benefit from these discussions. Your participation is instrumental in shaping our path forward.
The last session will take place on Friday 12 April, 1pm – 2pm via MS Teams.
Tour Midland Met in Virtual Reality
If you have teams who are eager to get an insight into Midland Met, take advantage of our VR models of the new hospital.
Whilst construction still limits you from getting into the building, we can bring the building to you, and with the flick of a switch, transport you in to the heart of the hospital.
From the sleek corridors to the state-of-the-art operating theatres, every detail comes to life before your eyes. Want to peek into the patient rooms? No problem. Curious about the layout of the emergency department? Dive right in.
To book a session, please email Subtan.mahmood@nhs.net.
Get set for Midland Met with a new email signature
Midland Met is opening in October 2024. And to drive home the point, we’ve even gone as far as making it part of our email signatures. Yes, you heard that right. We’re committed to making sure everyone knows that Midland Met is opening in 2024 we’ve turned it into a digital banner that follows us wherever we go.
Opening a brand-spanking-new hospital is no small feat. It’s a monumental occasion that deserves all the hype and excitement we can muster. So please take the opportunity to add our banner to your signature, tell all your friends, colleagues and neighbours. And just to make sure we’re all singing from the same hymn sheet, we’ve even gone as far as listing some of the key facts from the new hospital.
So, mark your calendars, folks. Circle the date, set a reminder, do whatever you need to do to remember that Midland Metropolitan University Hospital is opening this October.
Let’s make sure everyone knows that the wait is finally over and that Midland Met is about to become the talk of Sandwell and West Birmingham!
Click here to download the email banner
Black Country ICB falls prevention shared learning event: 10 July
The Black Country ICB Incidents and Learning Team are hosting a Falls Prevention Workshop on Wednesday 10 July where will be promoting all things ‘Falls Prevention’ in the Black Country.
The event will consist of sharing best practices, discussing any Trust-identified areas for improvement, holding activities based on real RCA reports to encourage cross-system learning, and introducing guidance for (falls) incident reporting under PSIRF (Patient Safety Incident Response Framework).
There will be many engaging activities throughout the day as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from neighbouring Trusts and share ideas.
The ICB is looking for keen representatives from the Trust, with a specific focus on colleagues who work alongside patients at risk of falls.
If you would like to attend this Workshop or find out more, please contact abby.cherrington@nhs.net before Friday 7 June.
Drug safety: March edition
In case you missed it, please see the latest drug safety information sheet for March. These updates are produced by our pharmacy team vis British National Formulary
For more information please contact the pharmacy department on ext. 5263/3783.
New pension contribution rates from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025
Please see below new pension contribution rates from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025:
| Pensionable salary range | Contribution rates from 1 April 2024, based on actual annual pensionable pay |
| Up to £13,259 | 5.2% |
| £13,260 to £26,831 | 6.5% |
| £26,832 to £32,691 | 8.3% |
| £32,692 to £49,078 | 9.8% |
| £49,079 to £62,924 | 10.7% |
| £62,925 and above | 12.5% |
For more information regarding pensions at SWB, please email deso.kaur@nhs.net.
Delays in autoimmunity and allergy results
BCPS immunology are currently experiencing delays with results for autoimmunity and allergy following analyser down time.
If you require a result, please call 01902 695279 or email rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Do not let curiosity get the better of you!
The Information Governance team will be issuing regular staff notices to help everyone stay updated with all things information governance.
The first one can be found here and is a reminder that all medical records are confidential.
Colleagues are also reminded that they can only access someone else’s records if their job requires them to do so.
If you require any further advice regarding medical records or information governance, please email swbh.infogov@nhs.net
Pathology soft activation at Midland Met
Earlier this week, the soft activation process began at Midland Met with our Pathology department getting its first clinical clean.
This week will see the delivery of some more equipment for the pathology lab and the arrival of our major incident wet decontamination unit.
This is a huge milestone for SWB, as the Ward Service Officers involved in the deep clean were the first Trust colleagues to complete hospital-related works at the new site.
The deep clean sets the stage for the installation of the pathology lab analysers which will ensure the department is ready for the opening of the new hospital later this year.
Be sure to check out these videos below to find out more!
Keep an eye on all our comms channels over the next few weeks as we bring you more exciting news from Midland Met as we continue our soft activation.
Putting women and children first at Midland Met
When it comes to healthcare, one size definitely does not fit all. Recognising the unique needs of women and children, the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital has gone above and beyond to ensure they receive specialised care in an environment tailored just for them.
From a children’s emergency department that truly is a safe haven, where children anxious and in pain no longer have to sit in a bustling emergency department. That’s why at Midland Met, we’ve designed a purpose-built children’s emergency department, complete with its own walk-in entrance right next to the main emergency department entrance.
Here, children can enter and wait to be seen in a safe space specifically designed to cater to their needs. The department is bright and colourful, intentionally crafted to distract them from their injuries and ailments while providing a well-designed space for their care. They receive the same high levels of care and support services but in an environment better suited to their needs.
Even when children are being cared for on the wards, their needs are not forgotten. Our playrooms and terraces offer fully enclosed spaces overlooking our courtyard gardens. Plus, there is a space for teenagers to relax.
For expectant mothers, Midland Met offers a comprehensive range of antenatal, birthing, and postnatal services. No more panicking partners trying to navigate the hospital during sudden labour – our maternity entrance, conveniently located next to the emergency department, provides a direct entry point. A hot lift will transport mothers-to-be directly to the maternity birthing area.
In our birthing suites, mothers can take full advantage of low lighting and birthing pools in seven of our rooms, creating a more homely environment for bringing a new life into the world.
And for the most complex births we have two purpose built maternity theatres co-located within the maternity department on the third floor ensuring that mothers get the highest level of surgical care and recovery if they need it and a dedicated neonatal unit.
Midland Met is also home to a female gynaecology ward including assessment areas. This commitment to children and women’s services, reflects our dedication to providing comprehensive healthcare at every stage of life.
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