Leading change A Senior Healthcare Assistant (HCA) and Dementia Champion within the Royal Preston Hospital Emergency Department developed an adapted patient identification wristband that supported staff to recognise that a patient may have additional needs related to their diagnosis of dementia. The innovation has been well received by patients, their families and carers and staff […]

Leading change A mental health nurse leader at Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust has identified and addressed unwarranted variation in the use of physical restraints in mental health services. Introducing additional training and supportive techniques to reduce the use of physical restraints across seven pilot trusts has provided evidence for this work to be rolled […]

Leading change Nursing staff as a part of a multi-disciplinary team at Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust identified and addressed unwarranted variation in visiting hours offered to patients and visitors, which was having an impact on patient, carer and staff experience. The nurse leaders have introduced new, flexible visiting hours based on several key […]

Leading change A student nurse devised a child and adolescent mental health project in Carlisle, to help young people discuss mental health issues, without fear of stigma. This has led to raised awareness, positive feedback and an education programme rolled out across local schools. Where to look While volunteering at a youth theatre group in […]