Archive | July, 2015

Risk register policy update

We want to provide services and work in an environment that is as safe as possible. Speaking about the updated risk register policy Calum Campbell, NHS Lanarkshire chief executive, said: “Effective risk management today helps prevent a crisis tomorrow. So it is important we have a way of dealing with risks. “The risk register policy […]

Integration – let’s work together

Need to know more about integration? Our integration web pages are being regularly updated to bring you the latest information – including a step-by-step FAQ on what integration is. Integration is about local teams of professionals across health and social care – alongside partners including unpaid carers, the third sector and independent sector – working […]

June shares elderly care know-how

June shares elderly care know-how

A senior nurse is spreading the word about our good work in dementia care throughout the globe. June Delaney, senior nurse for older people at Monklands Hospital, has over 25 years’ experience working in care of the elderly. So much so that she is also an associate lecturer at Stirling University. This role has seen […]

A good sign for dementia patients

Being in hospital can be distressing for people with dementia. However changes to the ward, such as the colour of the doors, floors, walls and how signage appears, can have a real calming effect. NHS Lanarkshire has been at the forefront of this work. In fact, the signage that has been used within the care […]

And the winner is…medicine for the elderly team

The Medicine for the Elderly team at Monklands Hospital scooped the award for ‘top team’ at the Scottish Health Awards 2014 in recognition of their invaluable contribution to Scottish healthcare. The multi-disciplinary team were awarded for their work to improve standards of care within their speciality which has resulted in greater patient engagement and shorter […]