Current visiting times

After suspending visiting earlier in the year, we are now able to offer limited visiting to some wards at the discretion of the nurse in-charge.”

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Messages for loved ones and keeping in touch

We recognise the impact that a long stay in hospital can have on families and the importance of maintaining strong communication.  Our ward staff are keeping in touch with patients’ next of kin directly and our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) can help pass on personal messages from family and friends.

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Current visiting times

After suspending visiting earlier in the year, we are now able to offer limited visiting to some wards at the discretion of the nurse in-charge.”

Read more on visiting times...


Messages for loved ones and keeping in touch

We recognise the impact that a long stay in hospital can have on families and the importance of maintaining strong communication.  Our ward staff are keeping in touch with patients’ next of kin directly and our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) can help pass on personal messages from family and friends.

Read more information about messages for loved ones…

During your stay in hospital you will meet a number of different members of staff.  All members of staff wear name badges, but if you are not sure who someone is or what they do, please feel free to ask them to introduce themselves and explain what they do. 

If you have any questions about your treatment, please ask a doctor or a nurse.

There are lots of opportunities for you to get involved with the Trust, from volunteering to attending our public meetings, our Annual General Meeting or our hospital open day which is held every year.

News

For Healthcare Science Week Emma Lane talks about her successful career as a chief cardiac physiologist

Date: 16 March 2022

Time: 08:00

Emma Lane

Emma Lane always wanted to work with patients and after a short time as a healthcare support worker, realised she wanted explore possibilities outside of nursing. This is what lead to her falling in love with healthcare science and a successful career as a chief cardiac physiologist.

Emma performs diagnostic tests and ongoing therapy for heart conditions, as well as runs and interprets a range of tests including cardiac rhythm management, ultrasound imaging and more invasive procedures such as device implants. Specialised in her role, Emma also performs certain tests that would usually be performed by a consultant.

Emma says she has “the best job in the world” and being able to play her part in a patient’s journey is most rewarding part. “What could be a good or bad day for your patient might just be another day at work for you. It’s so important to have a positive impact on a patient’s journey,” she added. “It’s an absolute privilege to do what I do. I get to look inside hearts every day and work for the NHS, which in my opinion is the best employer!”

#HealthcareScienceWeek

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