Celebrating transformation

There has been a lot of positive work happening at the Aintree site. With various service improvements resulting in a better patient and staff experience, and ongoing redevelopment works to reconfigure the ‘front door ’ of our hospital to improve patient flow.

Dr Rebecca Hanlon, Medical Director at Aintree, said: “These improvements have had a positive impact, not only on patient experience, but also on staff wellbeing. Below are just a few examples of departments across Aintree who have implemented successful changes to support great care.”

The team on Ward 10 has seen a huge decrease in the amount of patient falls, with their lying and standing blood pressure compliance increasing from 50% in September 2022, to between 95-100% now. A drop in standing blood pressure can cause dizziness and fainting, leading to falls. By the team regularly monitoring medication and hydration of patients, they are providing the best care possible, and preventing longer stays in hospital.

Radiology

Aintree’s radiologists have introduced a Wellbeing Board in their department to improve staff morale and in turn help colleagues deliver the best care possible to our patients. Colleagues pin social suggestions, mental and physical wellbeing resources, and advertise on-site sessions hosted by partner organisations which promote team building.

As part of Aintree’s reconfiguration works to improve patient care and flow, the SAU, has been made a standalone service and relocated from Ward 29. The unit recently achieved Silver status in Liverpool University Hospitals’ Quality Assessment and Accreditation (LQA), which incorporates the CQC standards of care. Given the short period of time the unit has been functioning in its new home, and the large increase in new staff and new faces (Ward Manager, trainee advanced nurse practitioners, Band 6 nurses, ward clerks and housekeepers) this is a fantastic achievement.