Designed by clinicians and patients, to encourage sharing and adoption of best practice to improve patient outcomes and experience (formerly the SCFN account).
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NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
Saying goodbye to the wonderful Professor Finbarr Martin, who finishes his term as Chair of the Editorial Board for the @GeriSoc journal, @Age_and_Ageing. Thank you for your wisdom, insight and leadership, Finbarr.
NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
There is a real urgency to get it right for older adults across health & social care.
These resources based on Ageing & Frailty standards enable that improvement journey.
We need to work as a focused & integrated teams to deliver this around Scotland
#frailty
We have published resources to help organisations implement the Ageing and Frailty standards, making sure people consistently receive high quality of care.
Access the resources on our website, as well as information about the standards. Link in comments.
ALT Healthcare Improvement Scotland logo New Resources to support frailty improvement work
Check out our latest POPS case study from Craigavon Area Hospital here bit.ly/4hg3tWf
and for details on how to take part in the POPS Network email us at [email protected]
The POPS network is spreading. Lovely to see you connecting ❤️
Great to catch up #POPS teams in Wales. Discussing challenges and progress - lots of shared learning to deliver quality, patient centred, cost effective care 😊 @GeriSoc @POPS_GSTT @NHSElect @GeriatricDr @HumphryNia @BevanCommission
NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
"An ideal #FrailtyScreen should be short (≤5 minutes) and multidimensional, reflecting baseline 2-4 weeks before presentation. Screening should be routine, prompt (<4 hours after arrival) and completed at first contact in ED." bgs.org.uk/blog/getting-to-t…
Great turn out and interesting discussions at the Mid and South Essex 1st SWFN event today @MSEHospCharity @MSEssex_ICS
Maximise the potential of Virtual Wards. Spaces open for Spring 2024. Tailored support, collaborative learning, and a proven QI approach await. Contact us to secure your spot on this VW improvement programme! See our leaflet (bit.ly/3TSlilF) #NHS #awardwinningteam
Our SWFN toolkit is now live & accessible to all program participants at bit.ly/SWFNToolkit. Want to learn more about this fantastic program & how we can support you? 📧Drop us an email at [email protected]. @DTDeborah @coolgirl151999 @GERED_DOC @NHSElect
NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
Well done to our Acute Frailty Team who won a @HSJptsafety award. The AFN have worked with 144 hospitals to improve the care of older people, leading to improvements like reduced hospital stays so people can get home sooner safely. Find out more - nhselect.nhs.uk/BlogEntry/HS…
ALT Our two amazing colleagues - Lenah and Mandy collecting the HSJ award.
NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
@Jcalcolado please see our newest report out tomorrow xitter.cf/GeriSoc/status/1661017…
📢 REPORT OUT TOMORROW!📢 "We need conversations to support recruitment, retention & support for a workforce caring for older people. This starts with recruiting the #geriatrician numbers that we need."
'The case for more geriatricians' is out tomorrow! #MoreGeriatricians
NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
SOproud we were chosen from C&M Trust to present how we had improved ambulance handovers in the Trust. Great team work and belief we can always make improvements for our patients 🙌🏼👌🏼 – at North West, England
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NHS Elect Improvement Networks @NHSElect retweeted
Qualified ACP looking for an exciting opportunity in acute medicine? Join us in a brand new rotational post with opportunity to work in our SDEC, as part of our Acute take team and on our Acute medicine virtual ward!
jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadv…
Very true, the most vulnerable in our society are at the highest risk 😞
The current health and social care crisis affects the whole of society but has greatest impact on older people. People aged 65+ are the most frequent users of health and social care services.
Read our new statement supported by @RCPhysicians
@RCPEdin bgs.org.uk/policy-and-media/…
We deliver high-quality, award-winning improvement network learning collaboratives, with expert QI and clinical leads, and can support you to deliver UEC recovery plan priorities. Get in touch [email protected] @JKDhesi @GERED_DOC @DTDeborah @NHSElect
Today we’ve published a new blueprint to help recover urgent and emergency care services, reduce waiting times and improve patient experience.
Find out more. england.nhs.uk/publication/d…
Our next cohort of the System Wide Frailty Network launches end of April. Want to improve care for older people across your system? Get in touch now [email protected] and work with us to make it happen!
"Discussion involving all members of the team ensuring the patient has an informed choice of what treatment is right for them is gold standard care and it is great to be a part of it” POPS Network member. Cohort 3 launches Mar23. Learn more here: bit.ly/3ZRdnFN @JKDhesi