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 As part of our autumn of active listening last year, we encouraged colleagues to participate in the annual NHS staff survey, carried out between September and November 2022. The 2022 results are now available, and we provide a brief overview.
 In the first in a series of blog posts to colleagues, Ewen talks about his experience so far, his ambitions, what he’s noticed on his visits to teams and more.
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Karen takes on the world – and wins!
Bury St Edmunds archer, Karen Pinches, is back at work and celebrating international success after adding an indoor world championship in field archery to the outdoor title she already holds.
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Move to new base supports integrated working
Members of the Bury Rural integrated neighbourhood team (INT) who have been based in separate buildings are now working together under one roof at Stanton Health Centre.
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Congratulations to Laura
Laura Rainbird, PA in the pathology department, has successfully completed her Institute of Leadership and Management level 2 certificate in leadership and management.
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Helping our advanced practitioners be the ‘best in the west’
On Friday, 10 March, Alice Robinson who is the corporate lead for advanced practice, hosted the ‘best in the west’ day for trainee and qualified advanced practitioners across the Trust.
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Retirement of Nick Finch
Supplies buyer, Nick Finch, will be retiring from the Trust after 22 years in the procurement department on 31 March 2023. Nick started in procurement in October 2000 as a ward inventory controller.
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Remembering Jenny Collison
It is with deep sadness that the programme management office (PMO) shares the news that Jenny Collison, PMO finance lead, has died following a road traffic collision on 20 February this year.
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Sad passing of Margaret Rutter
We are sad to share the news that one of our public governors, Margaret Rutter, died last month. A member of the governor engagement committee, her family spoke of her “high energy and enthusiasm” about her work with the Trust.
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BMA strike feedback
In medical director Dr Paul Molyneux’s thank you to colleagues in last week’s Green Sheet and this Monday’s Staff Briefing, he has asked colleagues to provide feedback following the British Medical Association strikes earlier this month.
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Night-time works at West Suffolk Hospital
The Trust has instructed contractors to re-mark the internal roads/areas of the West Suffolk Hospital where the paint has faded. As the front of the hospital is busy during normal working hours, this work will take place overnight from approximately 8pm on Thursday, 30 March and Friday, 31 March.
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 Here at My WiSH Charity, one of the things we love to provide funding for is staff training. While we do not facilitate any mandatory training, we can support training that enhances the care you give to your patients.
One example is Andy Mizen, the cancer head and neck clinical nurse specialist who attended the European Congress on head and neck oncology in Lisbon, which we were able to help him attend. Andy kindly got in touch with some feedback we'd like to share.
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Wellbeing champions network is growing
Wellbeing champions are colleagues from varied backgrounds who have an interest in wellbeing and have received specific training from the staff support psychology team.
A number of colleagues have recently joined the network, which is expanding all the time. This important initiative is supported by the My WiSH Charity as part of the Safe Spaces programme. Find out more.
Bannatyne offer
Exclusive offers on wellness packages are available at Bannatyne clubs for NHS staff. Find out more.
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Financial wellbeing – groceries
Money and the rising cost of living affects us all. Each week we’re focusing on a different area of the the financial wellbeing guide on our intranet. This week we’re focusing on grocery costs. From foodbanks to discounted produce and ideas for cooking cheap and healthy meals, there’s lots you can do to reduce your grocery bill or pick up food for free or at very low cost. Find out more.
Pre-retirement webinars
NHS Shared Business Services are offering free pre-retirement webinars to all employees, covering a variety of issues, including a webinar focused solely on pensions. Find out more.
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 Ramadan and the Five Pillars of Islam
The holy month of Ramadan began for Muslims this Wednesday (22 March) and lasts for 30 days. The month is marked by fasting, reflection, charity and prayer. It is followed by Eid-al-Fitr – the festival of breaking of the fast.
The Five Pillars of Islam are the religious foundations for every Muslim believer and comprise:
- Shahadah – the declaration of faith in one God – Allah – and his messenger Mohammed (peace be upon him)
- Salah – obligatory prayer - performed five times a day (before sunrise, midday, late afternoon, after sunset and before midnight)
- Zakat – alms, or charity - zakat payments are typically given during the month of Ramadan as it holds much greater reward
- Sawm – fasting - all eligible Muslims must practice it between the hours of sunrise and sunset during Ramadan
- Hajj – the annual pilgrimage to Mecca - all able Muslims must make this journey at least once in their lifetime.
There is information about working in the NHS during Ramadan on the NHS Muslim Network website.
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Do you have a fantastic idea for a health and social care research project?
The University of East Anglia Health and Social Care Partners (UEAHSCP) run twice-yearly ‘research sandpits’ to help turn great ideas into fundable projects.
The next ‘research sandpit’ is taking place on Friday, 28 April, at the Thomas Paine Study Centre with a networking lunch provided from 12pm. Find out more.
Domestic abuse awareness
There are spaces available for domestic abuse awareness sessions, which are open to all staff, clinical and non-clinical. Book your place.
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Lymphoedema awareness training day
On Monday, 17 April, training is taking place for staff to have the opportunity to learn more about Lymphoedema and its treatment.
Spaces are limited to 20 per session and take place at the Drummond Education Centre’s lecture hall between 9.30am-11am, 11.30am-1pm and 2pm-3.30pm. Book your place.
NHS Elect webinars for all colleagues
NHS Elect has five free webinars available for all staff organised throughout May, including topics such as: effective writing, negotiation, and service user engagement. Find out more and book.
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The Green Sheet is produced weekly by the Trust communications team. Editorial submissions deadline: Tuesday, 5pm.
Please send submissions, queries and feedback to GreenSheet@wsh.nhs.uk
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