Putting quality first to deliver better health, better care and better value - The Highland Quality Approach The population of NHS Highland is 320,000 people and is spread over 32,500 square kilometres, making it one of the largest and most sparsely populated Health Boards in the UK. NHS Highland is the biggest employer in the region so our staff are also important members of our communities. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy. The Scottish Highlands are known world wide as containing some of the nation’s most outstanding natural environment. This also presents some challenges in delivering services. For instance a difficult terrain, rugged coastlines, many remote and rural area, inhabited islands, limited transport and communications infrastructure. NHS Highland is managed by a Board of Executive and Non-Executive Directors and is accountable to the Scottish Government through the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Wellbeing. The Chair and each of the Non-Executive Directors are appointed by the Cabinet Secretary. Executive Directors are the Chief Executive, Medical Director, Director of Public Health, Chief Operating Officer, Director of Human Resources, Director of Nursing and Director of Finance. The Board governs our accountability and performance. Corporate Services These are Highland-wide departments or functions and include Business Transformation; Clinical Governance and Risk Management; Dental Services; e-Health; Finance; Human Resources; Infections, Prevention and Control; Nursing and Midwifery; Pharmacy; Planning and Performance; Procurement; Public Health and Public Relations and Engagement. Planning, co-ordinating and delivery of services The planning, co-ordination and delivery of services across NHS Highland is managed through Highland Health and Social Care Service and Argyll and Bute Community Health Partnership.
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We’re delighted to announce seven doctors have been awarded the GMC-approved Credential in Rural and Remote Health (Unscheduled and Urgent Care). Six doctors practice in Scotland and one in England. Congratulations to our #credentialling pioneers! Read more at https://bit.ly/3ZPp4h2 NHS Highland NHS Shetland NHS DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY University of Central Lancashire General Medical Council
NHS Highland’s Equality Outcomes consultation is open until January 15th 2025. Every four years NHS Highland sets out what it will do to tackle inequalities faced by our staff and service users, making sure equality is in every part of our day-to-day work. We want to know what people think of these equality outcomes, especially if this may have a direct impact on you, your family or someone you care for. Have your say on our Engagement Hub https://ow.ly/Vaeg50Up4ou If you would like to take part in this consultation in another format or language, please contact [email protected].
A new online platform has been launched to encourage people across Highland, Argyll and Bute to engage directly with NHS Highland. The NHS Highland Engagement Hub is a one-stop shop for engagement to let us know about the topics people would like to hear more about, become involved in and stay updated on. This online resource will build on and strengthen traditional methods for engagement, which we will continue to develop to ensure equity of access. For example, public meetings will be recorded on the day and uploaded to the Engagement Hub to ensure those who were unable to attend can hear what was discussed and provide feedback. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/ef6ZAr5A
Ever wanted a career in pharmacy? Now you can stay in the Highlands and earn while you learn towards becoming a Pharmacy Support Worker A great opportunity for a modern apprenticeship within our Pharmacy team at Raigmore, more details and how to apply below ⬇️
🥼🌟A fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn! 🥼🌟 NHS Highland is currently recruiting for a Modern Apprenticeship which would lead to a healthcare career as a Pharmacy Support Worker. You will study, train and work as a Pharmacy Support Worker as part of our Pharmacy team based at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness. You will be required to work through a structured training programme towards achieving the SVQ Pharmacy Services qualification at SCQF Level 6 to meet the General Pharmaceutical Councils minimum training requirements for the role. To read more about the role and apply visit 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_D3hH4b #ModernApprenticeship #apprentice #hiringnow
Laura Bain, Clinical Nurse Manger and Mhairi Macdonald, Forensic Nurse Coordinator for NHSH Sexual Assault Response Coordination Service were invited to attend a reception at Buckingham Palace on May 1st. SARCS is an NHS Scotland service, here to offer support and healthcare after rape or sexual assault, whether or not a crime is reported. Find out more by searching SARCS on NHSInform.
The winner of NHS Highland’s Values Into Practice Award for Openness, Honesty and Responsibility is Jessie MacRae, Staff Nurse Community Learning Disability Team in the Corbett Centre, Inverness. As well as her professional openness, courtesy and sensitivity when dealing with service users, Jessie has also been a mentor to many students and new staff over the years, with colleagues saying, “Jessie is brilliant to work with, she knows so much, I hope I can be as good as her one day” and “I’ve learnt so much from Jessie; her experience, her knowledge and her advice.” The #VIPAwards are a way to recognise, thank and celebrate the contributions of individuals and teams across NHS Highland. Colleagues can nominate each other for an award each quarter, with every quarter’s winners being put forward for an annual award.
The winner of NHS Highland’s Values Into Practice Award for Care and Compassion is Senga Cartwright, Healthcare Support Worker in Raigmore Hospital. Nominated for her holistic approach to nursing care, Senga goes out of her way to help her patients, making sure that they are settled and comfortable. This has included visiting in-patients on her days off and, on one occasion, accompanying a patient to a loved one’s funeral. Senga said, “Thank you so much! I feel this reflects more on the care provided by the whole team in ward 7c.” The #VIPAwards are a way to recognise, thank and celebrate the contributions of individuals and teams across NHS Highland. Colleagues can nominate each other for an award each quarter, with every quarter’s winners being put forward for an annual award.