Staff Bulletin 20 May 2022

The pipes are calling! Official topping out ceremony for Poole's new theatres

The official ceremony to mark the ‘topping out' of the new theatres building at Poole Hospital will take place later today, with Edward Argar MP, Minister for Health. He will be joined by colleagues from UHD and Integrated Health Projects (IHP), the main contractor for the build. All will be led to the theatre roof by a bag piper, a tradition of Sir Robert McAlpine, one of the contractors.

The new theatre building is a brand-new purpose-built five storey tower incorporating a four-table ‘barn' theatre. Thousands of patients each year will benefit from shorter waiting times associated with establishing a planned care hospital.

Look out for photos of the event on our social media channels.

Celebrate International Clinical Trials Day today

Clinical Trials Day is a well-deserved 'time out' to recognise the people who conduct clinical trials and to say thanks for what they do every day to improve public health.

This day of celebration also provides our community with a unique opportunity to raise awareness of clinical trials – and of clinical research as a career option – among the greater public. Pop down to the dome and the atrium today (20 May) to meet some of the team and find out about the important role clinical trials play in our trust.

RBH: no palliative care cover this weekend (21-22 May)

Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be no RBH hospital palliative care cover this weekend.

For urgent concerns, 24hour advice is available from the Macmillan Unit, call ext. 5470 option 1 between the hours of 8am to 5pm and option 3 between the hours of 5pm to 8am.

For non-urgent queries, please leave a message on ext 6021 (HPCT) and a staff member will pick these up on Monday (23 May).

RBH: window cleaning

Window cleaners will be on site from today (20 May) at RBH. They will be cleaning the inside and outside of the hospital. Please make sure that you are satisfied with the cleanliness of your windows. Any problems with the service must be raised while they are on site. Alternatively call ext. 4454.

Healthcare support worker updates

Are you a healthcare or therapy support worker who has been in the trust for more than two years in a band 2-4 post? HCSW updates run every month on the Bournemouth and Poole sites and are mandatory for support workers every two years. They are a great opportunity to update your knowledge and meet other staff in similar roles. The HCSW update can be booked though ESR and you can attend at either site. Book direct or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details.

Testing for hepatitis C

Our liver nursing team has been raising awareness of hepatitis C this week, reminding our community how easy testing and treating the virus can be.

Testing to see if someone has been in contact with the virus is carried out with a finger prick blood test and results are delivered within 20 minutes. A further follow up test confirms whether they are hepatitis C positive and if so, in 95% of cases, the virus can be cured in 8-12 weeks of treatment. If you would like to learn more please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Deaf and blind communication study day

Run by the Wiltshire and Dorset Deaf Association, learn how to identify the communication and environment needs of people who are deaf or blind. Learn about clear speech, British Sign Language (BSL), finger spelling, and the tactics for repairing breakdowns in communication. The workshop is three hours long followed by a two hour BSL lesson.

Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for bookings and further information.

Associate project manager apprenticeships

The next project manager apprenticeship starts in July and there are spaces available for any colleagues interested in getting a project manager qualification. The course consists of six modules over 13 months and is suitable for junior-mid level project managers and anyone managing projects as part of a wider role. For more information please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

RBH: Castle Lane East bus lane closure 6-11 June

There will be roadworks in the public highway requiring the closure of the bus lane on the hospital side of the road – running from the Esso garage to Deansleigh Road. There may be increased traffic congestion due to buses sharing the single public carriageway into Deansleigh Road.

New paracetamol toxicity management guideline (SNAP)

Yesterday the trust launched a new paracetamol toxicity management guideline. This should result in fewer adverse effects, shorter duration of administration and improve patient flow. You can read the updated version in the pharmacy/medicines policies pages on the intranet.

Genomics in your practice: cancer nursing questionnaire

Macmillan and the Genomics Education Programme are working together to develop and update educational resources for genomics in cancer care.

We are invited to complete a short survey about learning and applying genomics now and in your future practice. Please complete this survey even if you do not currently use genomics in your practice or do not think you will use genomics in your future practice.

UHD Charity: ABI team goes the extra mile

A team of therapists from the Dorset acquired brain injury service are virtually travelling the length of the UK to raise money for rehabilitation opportunities, which will benefit the complex needs of their patients. The team hope to use the money to increase wellbeing during lengthy admissions and to enable patients to have enjoyable experiences that also further their recovery. This includes trips out, music therapy, craft supplies and ingredients for cooking. So far they have completed 1368.09km of 1743km. The team need your help to reach their target of £1 for every km travelled by the end of May. Show your support here.

Job of the week – operational and performance manager

The urgent and emergency services directorate has an exciting opportunity for a full time, energetic operational manager to join our trust. Do you possess excellent organisational skills? Are you comfortable working under pressure? This may be the role for you. Find out more here.