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West Cumbria welcomes international nursing recruits
This group of nurses are the first cohort to join the West Cumberland site with another set to join us in August of this year.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/west-cumbria-welcomes-international-nursing-recruits
Diabetes nurse thanked for his quick thinking to help diabetic child
The family of a little boy who narrowly avoided a hospital admission when his diabetes readings were delayed have thanked the nurse who helped.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/diabetes-nurse-thanked-his-quick-thinking-help-diabetic-child
Hospital at Night team deliver rapid improvements for better patient care
The quality of the Hospital at Night service at the Cumberland Infirmary has undergone significant improvements to improve patient care and support for junior doctors
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/hospital-night-team-deliver-rapid-improvements-better-patient-care
Melmerby nurse takes on five lakes in memory of former colleagues
A community staff nurse is taking part in a national relay race to raise funds for the NHS.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/melmerby-nurse-takes-five-lakes-memory-former-colleagues
Keeping staff and patients safe
NHS health teams across the region are set to continue with the current pandemic safety measures for the foreseeable future to help protect everyone from infections such as Covid-19 and flu.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/keeping-staff-and-patients-safe
Giveaway – win a hamper!
We’re offering you the chance to win a free hamper by joining us as a Member (it’s completely free and takes just minutes to do)!*
Summer safe for everybody
Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot for too long there are health risks. If a heatwave hits this summer, make sure the hot weather doesn't harm you or anyone you know.
Take part in national research study: Psychological Impact of COVID-19
Recruiting now - Cumbrian residents are being invited to take part in a Study exploring the Psychological Impact of COVID-19.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/take-part-national-research-study-psychological-impact-covid-19
Parents asked to be cautious as childhood respiratory infections rise ahead of winter
A paediatrician from the Trust is encouraging parents and caregivers to look out for symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in young children after an out of season rise in the respiratory infection in young children.
Nurse and former ITU sister wins NHS Worker of the Year award
Congratulations to Debbie Nicholson who won the award at a virtual ceremony.
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/news/nurse-and-former-itu-sister-wins-nhs-worker-year-award
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FOI 2425 0482 intra-vitreal treatments for any eye condition
FOI 2425 0494 pharmacy
FOI 2425 0512 SIRO's contact information
FOI 2425 0549 L&D Contact and Apprenticeship Programme Enquiry
FOI 2425 0601 AHP and HSS contact details
FOI 2021 0418 Staff Contacts
Best Value Medicine Policy
This policy outlines how best value medicines should be used to treat patients at NCIC.
Controlled Drugs Policy
This policy defines the mandatory requirements of the Trust with regard to all aspects of the handling of Controlled Drugs (CD).
High Risk Injectable Medicines Policy
The aim of this policy is to standardise practice and manage the risks with respect to the prescribing, preparation, administration and monitoring of high risk injectable medicines.
Medical Gas and Medical Pipeline System Policy
This policy is to ensure the effective management of medical gases within the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC). This includes the provision of safe, secure and reliable systems, including medical gas pipelines, cylinders and associated equipment.