RD Vol 7 issue 24 Autumn 2012 - Rotunda Hospital

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2 W Message From the Editor elcome to the Autumn Edition of the Rotunda Delivery Newsletter. It is hard to believe that the summer is nearly over and we are heading into another Autumn. We have all been so preoccupied watching the 2012 Olympics, enjoying the feel good factor created by Ireland’s athletes at the games. Since our Summer Edition, quite a lot has taken place and once again we highlight those events in this Autumn Edition. The Executive Management Team provide an update on the many ongoing initiatives within the Hospital and are delighted to announce that the Rotunda has been re-designated as a Baby Friendly Hospital. We are pleased to carry an article on the DNE Neonatal Network launched in July by Professor M. Turner, National Programme Director for Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The Friends of the Rotunda provide us with an update on their fundraising activities over the past number of months including fundraiser, Colin McGuirk who aims to raise over €10,000 for Temple Street and the Rotunda. A number of anaesthetists and other colleagues including the Master, Dr Sam Coulter-Smith, successfully completed a gruelling 180 kilometre charity cycle around the Ring of Kerry and there is a rumour that they are now in training for next year’s Tour de France... well done to all. Sean Williamson, Materials Manager, provides an overview of the importance of effective procurement within the hospital and how this can directly influence the overall spend in this area in an effort to manage the financial challenges the Rotunda is facing throughout 2012. In November, the Rotunda will celebrate the Tercentenary of the birth its founder Bartholomew Mosse. The first event to mark this remarkable man’s achievements is a cultural evening to be held in October. Further details will be announced shortly. I hope you enjoy this Autumn Edition and as always, find it both interesting and informative. Remember this is your newsletter, suggestions are always welcome on how to improve its content. Kieran Slevin Editor Letters to the Editor If you’d like to send a letter to the Editor, suggest a subject to be covered in our next issue or even write an article for us, please contact Kieran Slevin at kslevin@rotunda.ie or at ext 1777 News DNE Neonatal Network Launch T he Dublin North East Neonatal Network was formally launched in the Rotunda Hospital on July 25 th 2012 by Professor Michael Turner, National Programme Director for Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The network was established between the Rotunda, Cavan General Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda to optimise the care and management of premature babies born before the 27 th completed week of pregnancy. Women with pregnancy complications requiring delivery before 27 weeks attending either the hospital in Cavan or Drogheda are transferred to the Rotunda and their babies are cared for in the Neonatal Unit in the Rotunda until their condition improves and stabilizes, at which time they are transferred back to their original hospital. The formalised network also includes Bereavement Symbol T he Rotunda has recently started using this bereavement symbol, which was developed by the Hospice Friendly Hospitals Programme. It communicates to staff that the woman or family in the room has suffered a recent bereavement. On seeing the symbol staff should create an atmosphere of quiet, where people are respectful and are prepared to meet people who are grieving. The symbol is inspired by ancient Irish history and is non-denominational. The three stranded white spirals represents the interconnected cycle of life – birth, life and death. The white outer circle represents continuity, infinity and completion. Purple is associated with nobility, solemnity and spirituality. The symbol should always be used with one spiral arm pointing upwards. Prof Michael Turner, Dr Sam Coulter-Smith and Dr Alan Finan structured educational training days for staff in all three centres. There have been four educational days to date, which have been extremely successful, leading to the development of network guidelines for infant management. It is the only such formal network in the country and provides an excellent example of collaborative work. Three Cheers In May 2012, Dr Bill Blunnie was awarded the College Medal, the highest honour awarded to Fellows of the College of Anaesthetists of Ireland, in recognition of service to the specialty. Bill, among other achievements, was the first President of the College in 1998 when this was formed from the Faculty of Anaesthetists. He retired from the Rotunda and Mater Hospitals in 2011. Audit Day: 1st Prizewinner was awarded to Dr Kathleen Gorman. Joint 2 nd Prizewinners were Mr Alfred Sankoh and Dr Aoife Doyle. Sponsored by Abbott Laboratories. Monica and Dr Bill Blunnie Dr K. Gorman, centre Alfred Sankoh, right The Rotunda Hospital accepts no responsibility for errors, omissions or views expressed herein. © 2012 Rotunda Hospital. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior permission of the publishers. Rotunda Delivery is produced by Geraldine Walsh of the Rotunda Hospital Library and Information Service. Published by Rotunda Hospital, Parnell Square, Dublin 1. Tel: 01 8171700. Fax: 01 8726523. www.rotunda.ie
Management Team T he Executive Management Team would like to take this opportunity to update you on some key matters relevant to the hospital at the present time. Activity Activity levels in the hospital remain very high. While there is a decrease in registrations for maternity care on the same period last year and a small decrease in births year to date, the demand for gynaecology consultations in the outpatient department has increased due to the cessation of routine gynaecology consultations in the Mater Hospital. There is also significant overcrowding in the NICU and a population with an increasing complexity of issues. Increased demand is difficult to manage within our current space and staff resources and we are discussing this with the HSE to review all options for managing activity efficiently. Budget As reported previously our allocation from the HSE is short of what we need to continue the same level of service as last year. Despite a series of cost saving measures and one off savings we are predicting a deficit by year end. We encourage all staff to manage resources efficiently and economically. This includes managing sick leave, overtime and out of hours diagnostic testing. Strategic Plan We have progressed many elements of the Strategic Plan and continue to work on all aspects in line with the implementation plan timelines. Our Performance Management and Development System has been positively evaluated by staff involved to date. The communication plan is progressing with redevelopment of the hospital website which will enable better and more efficient communication with patients and reduce some of our current work processes and costs. Headcount We have been advised of a further reduction in our headcount for 2012. The new controls for managing recruitment, overtime and agency issued by the HSE in July will make local management difficult and will require all managers to ensure that efficient processes and staff management are in place so that patient care and safety is not compromised. New National Children’s Hospital The announcement of any decision regarding the location of the new National Children’s Hospital has been deferred until after the Government summer recess. A Word Hospital Developments Dublin City Council want to work with us over the next few months to ensure that any plans the Hospital has for redevelopment on site comply with their overall strategic plans for Parnell Square as a whole. HARI Welcome to Ray Scully, the new CEO of HARI. We wish him the very best in his new role. The new board of HARI is now in place and we look forward to seeing HARI blossom with the new governance plan. Infection, Prevention and Control The third round of the national Hand Hygiene Audit was completed. We had an overall score of 83% which is less than our previous score. Continuing targeted educational sessions will be provided by the Infection Control Team. All staff must ensure that the ‘5 moments of hand hygiene’ are adhered to. Baby Friendly The Hospital has recently received re-designation as a Baby Friendly Hospital. Staff are commended on their commitment to maintaining this status. From Hospital Ball Please join us in celebration of 300 years since the birth of the Rotunda Hospital Founder, Bartholomew Mosse. Date: 17th November Time: 7:30pm Venue: Four Seasons, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Ticket Price: TBC Quality, Safety and Risk Management The publication of the “Tallaght Report” has prompted the Hospital Board of Governors to undertake a review of governance structures throughout the hospital and those staff who have been involved or contributed to this review are sincerely thanked. Patient safety is the most important priority for all areas of the hospital and the launch of the National Standards for Safer Better Healthcare in June has highlighted this. These standards are mandatory and we will be conducting a self assessment against these standards over the next few months. All staff have a responsibility for patient safety and should contribute to the self assessment in whatever way they can. The hospital is currently undertaking a Gap analysis against the National Post Mortem Standards. Finally, we were delighted to host the recent launch of the Dublin North East Neonatal Network. This development will result in better collaboration between the maternity units in Cavan, Drogheda and the Rotunda allowing for more efficient and better care to premature babies and their families. Dr Sam Coulter-Smith Master Ms Margaret Philbin Director of Midwifery/Nursing Ms Pauline Treanor Secretary/Group General Manager 3
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