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Kent, Surrey and Sussex Adult Critical Care Operational Delivery Network Quarterly Newsletter

Published: 16th Aug 2024

We are delighted to share the latest issue of our quarterly newsletter. The August 2024 edition features, information on the Network's annual conference in October, a featured report on 2 study events at Tunbridge Wells Adult Intensive Care Unit, information on the relaunch of the Advanced Critical Care Practitioners subgroup, a report on the Network's Healthcare Assistant, and Nurse Associate study event and much more. We are always looking for fresh and engaging content to keep the newsletter informative and valuable. If you have any interesting news, updates or stories within your units that you feel will be of interest to the wider team, please do not hesitate to submit them for consideration in our next issue. Please share this newsletter with your wider teams as well.

Kent, Surrey and Sussex Adult Critical Care Operating Delivery Network Annual Conference

Published: 31st Jul 2024

The Network is thrilled to invite all units to our annual conference, taking place on October 4th, 2024. This exciting event promises a day packed with valuable learning opportunities, professional development, and a chance to connect with colleagues across the network. A Diverse and Informative Agenda The conference agenda features a range of thought-provoking topics designed to enhance your critical care knowledge and practice. Some of the topics include Martha's Rule: Gain insights into this crucial tool for identifying and responding to potential patient deterioration. Rehabilitation Practice at East Kent Hospitals: Discover innovative approaches to rehabilitation within a leading hospital trust. Management of Refractory Hypoxia and End-of-Life Care: Deepen your understanding of managing complex respiratory issues and compassionate care at the end of life. Panel discussion: The complexities of age and frailty in ICU admissions; redefining eligibility for critical care admittance Learn from Patient Safety Events project at Tunbridge Wells Adult Critical Care unit. Network, Share, and Grow Beyond the informative sessions, the conference provides a fantastic platform to: Network with colleagues: Connect with fellow healthcare professionals from across the network, fostering collaboration and best practice exchange. Share your expertise: Participate in discussions and contribute your valuable knowledge and experiences. Advance your professional development: Gain new insights and enhance your skillset to deliver exceptional critical care. Join Us! The Network is confident that this conference will be an enriching and rewarding experience for all attendees. We look forward to welcoming you on October 4th!

Adult Critical Care Transfer Service information

Published: 19th Jul 2024

The South East Coast Ambulance Service offers a dedicated service for transferring critical care across Kent, Surrey and Sussex. Find within the SPOC guidance document, A guide on how to arrange for transfer The Single point of contact number An online referral form The patients that qualify for the transfer service Urgency levels for transfers

Kent, Surrey and Sussex ACCODN Healthcare Assistants and Nurse Associates free Network study event

Published: 03rd Jul 2024

The Network is happy to report on the successful conclusion of the 2 day free Network study event which was held on the 24th and 25th of June 2024. The event was filled with active participation and knowledge sharing

KSS ACC ODN quarterly newsletter

Published: 17th May 2024

Dive into the latest KSS ACC ODN News!

Road to recovery critical care rehabilitation guide

Published: 04th Apr 2024

This booklet provides you a with a framework to use with your clinical team and your loved ones to support your recovery after being critically ill.

KSS ACC ODN March newsletter

Published: 04th Mar 2024

The Kent, Surrey and Sussex quarterly newsletter is now available. Read the newsletter to gain more information on update on Transfer services, Healthcare assistants Network study event, national rehabilitation survey, and so much more.

Kent, Surrey and Sussex Adult Critical Care ODN August 2023 Newsletter

Published: 31st Aug 2023

We are delighted to publish our quarterly newsletter. The August 2023 edition features stories from each hospital unit, they share the ultimate successes that each unit has had to improve the qualities of patient experiences and we welcome the new intensive support measures that staff have implemented to provide patients and their family a caring and informative journey.

National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education V3

Published: 25th May 2023

The First Edition of the National Standards for Critical Care Nurse Education came out in 2012, with a revised edition in 2016. This 2023 edition is focussed on the National Adult Nursing Critical Care Award utilising the CC3N Steps 2 & 3 competency assessments, but maintains the general title for continuitY