Ambulance UK August 2022

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NEWSLINE NWAS Australasian paramedics set to join North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) Fifteen paramedics who have trained in Australia and New Zealand will soon begin responding to 999 calls across areas of the North West as part of a brand new Health Education England (HEE) Ethical Migratory Pathway. Developed through HEE’s Directorate of Global Health Partnerships (DGHP), the pilot gives an exciting opportunity for internationally educated paramedics in prehospital emergency care to join the NHS – the world’s largest single heath system. There are three UK ambulance services taking part with around 75 paramedics joining the NHS across the UK. They have emigrated from all over Australia and New Zealand to work in England. NWAS Director of People, Lisa Ward says: “The North West has so much to offer and for those making the move, the job here is like no other. Not only is the North West one of the most vibrant places to live in, it is also one of the most challenging and varied environments you can work in as a clinician. We are committed to providing services which embrace diversity, and which promote equality of opportunity and we welcome our latest recruits to our green family.” The pilot is a positive partnership which will help to address the national shortage of paramedics in the UK as their skills are sought after across other parts of the health service. This is just one of the initiatives NWAS is looking at to continue to boost its paramedic workforce and respond to growing patient demand, alongside its UK recruitment. Lisa continues: “Our colleagues at London Ambulance Service have had similar initiatives to recruit paramedics from Australia and it now has a community of Australian paramedics all of whom are vital in helping care for patients. We would like this pilot to build on their successes.” Ian Buczynski, Senior Programme Manager for Ethical Migratory Pathways at HEE says: “When identifying countries to partner with, HEE looked for countries in which paramedics were trained to a similar standard to UK-educated paramedics and could meet the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration requirements. “Also high on the agenda was to fi nd countries which had an oversupply of paramedics and a history of migration from the country. Australia and New Zealand were identifi ed as being the most closely aligned to these criteria and was selected for this pilot.” HEE has run international ethical, sustainable, and educationbased migratory pathways for several years to allow nurses, doctors, and radiographers to join the NHS. This has paved the way for the pilot to target newly qualifi ed paramedics from universities in Australia and New Zealand which run a paramedic practice, paramedic science and paramedicine bachelors programme like those offered by UK universities. Increased patient discharge volumes, driven by the COVID-19 backlog and seasonality? AMBULANCE UK - AUGUST We know these challenges will only get worse in the Winter. Build your Non-Emergency Patient Transport resilience and secure dedicated winter resources now. · Additional support with experienced crews focused on patient experience and quality. This year, it’s imperative to build your transport resilience even earlier as we know these challenges get worse in the Winter. ERS Medical can offer competitive rates, particularly if planning occurs early enough to ensure resources are secured for your requirements. Email: winterresource@ersmedical.co.uk · Services to suit all mobility needs · Proud to be a trusted provider to the NHS · CQC registered with national coverage · Robust fleet and over 1300 colleagues Let us help your Patient Transport Team get ahead of the winter pressures facing us all. Book early to guarantee availability and avoid disappointment. 110 For further recruitment vacancies visit: www.ambulanceukonline.com
ADVERTORIAL PROTECTING PARAMEDIC’S HEADS FOR OVER 15 YEARS Since 2008, UK ambulance services have adopted the use of professional safety helmets rather than hard-hat style products to mitigate the risk of injury to workers operating in potentially dangerous environments. Whereas plastic hard-hats have very low compressive strength and are subject to damage from the sun and exposure to chemicals and heat, professional rescue helmets are designed with the rescuer in mind. A good example of this are Pacific helmets - supplied by Vimpex the exclusive UK distributor and service partner - which use fibre-reinforced materials meaning they have less mass than those manufactured from thermo plastics. A lightweight helmet ensures all users, whether male or female, can concentrate on their job rather than neck ache. Tests prove helmets that have been in service for over 10 years still pass stringent EN443 testing. The No.1 Choice for UK Ambulance Services The Pacific A7A Fire Ambulance helmet has become the benchmark in the ambulance and paramedic sector in the UK with more than 8,000 A7A helmets currently in use by UK NHS Ambulance Services. A commitment to high stock levels, plus an ability to customise helmets for different organisations/roles and a proven after sales service means Vimpex can be relied on to deliver. South Central Ambulance switches to the new Pacific R6 Dominator rescue helmet after 12 successful years with its predecessor James Jones, Vimpex Managing Director says “South Central Ambulance’s purchase of the new Pacific R6 rescue helmet recognises the integrity of a fully certified helmet that matches the standards of the Fire Service and Police during Road Traffic Collisions and other serious incidents. We’re proud to be working with 15 of the 17 UK Ambulance Trusts who, over the years, have proven to be very proactive and forward- thinking, often moving quickly to ensure its employees have the very best PPE available, at the optimum price point.” The latest Pacific R6 Dominator rescue helmet range represents the most versatile and configurable helmet of its type available, offering the most up-to-date and modern form of head protection in a very comfortable, lightweight and wearable package. Manufactured using a fibreglass reinforced composite shell, R6 Dominator helmets provide the perfect combination of safety, balance and wearer comfort. Options such as adjustable air vents, neck protectors and goggle straps mean that your helmet can be designed to be as versatile as your job is varied. Why do 85% of UK NHS Ambulance trusts choose Vimpex as their safety helmet partner supplier? CUSTOMISABLE Each model can be finished in any colour, including photo-luminescent, customised with symbols and lettering, and can accommodate a wide range of accessories. ROBUST Made from premium raw materials, Pacific Helmets are UV and chemical resistant meaning they maintain their condition and durability throughout their long lifespan. COMFORTABLE Despite their strength, each helmet is comfortable and lightweight, accommodating a wide range of head sizes through the adjustable ratchet headband system. PROVEN Certification to all major international standards: EN NFPA AS/NZS ANSI and thirty years of proven reliability in the field. Vimpex is the exclusive UK distributor and service partner for Pacific Helmets and a trusted supplier to many public sector bodies including 15 of the 17 UK’s NHS Ambulance Trusts, UK Fire & Rescue and several Police Constabularies. The Vimpex service centre is able to customise helmets to accommodate a range of specific requirements including special labelling, decals and sizing adjustments. Established in 1994, Vimpex is the UK’s leading independent supplier of specialist technical rescue equipment and PPE designed for fire, rescue, military and emergency services teams. Our distinguished reputation amongst first responders is built on a well-known service for dependable technology and for providing excellent quality products quickly, and at competitive prices. Contact: Vimpex Limited 01702 216999 www.vimpex.co.uk Use of fibre-reinforced materials means that these helmets have less mass than those manufactured from thermo plastics. A lightweight helmet ensures all users whether male or female can concentrate on their job rather than neck ache. Use of composites also mean that our helmets last and last. 5 Reasons for choosing Pacific helmets 1 - Used by over 85% of UK NHS Ambulance trusts 2 - Kelvar reinforced composite heels provide excellent protection 3 - Clever design means less neck ache and provides greater safety 4 - UV protection extends helmet lifetime 5 - Helmets can be customised with branding, decals and organisational crests. AMBULANCE UK - AUGUST For the latest Ambulance Service News visit: www.ambulancenewsdesk.com 111
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