First National End of Life Survey Results
This survey is part of the National Care Experience Programme, a partnership between HIQA, HSE and Department of Health. The Irish Hospice Foundation supported the development of the survey.
The survey findings show
Areas highlighted for improvement include the continuity, availability, responsiveness and timeliness of care and support for emotional needs.
The results of the survey can be found here
The HSE response to the results can be found here
National Inpatient Experience Survey
Promotional materials for the National Inpatient Experience Survey will be delivered to all participating sites (UHL, Ennis, Nenagh, Croom and St. John’s Hospitals) on the 25th of April, to be displayed from the 1st of May.
Please ensure information packs are handed to patients on discharge during the month of May 2024.
Should you have any queries please contact uhlPALS@hse.ie
Steps to Health Challenge 2024
The steps challenge is a five-week walking challenge that supports staff to walk more.
It starts on the 13 May until 16 June 2024.
The aim is to get you walking and counting your steps daily. It is for everyone, regardless of your fitness or ability level.
Register now here or click here for more information
UHL Cycle Hub
This new cycle hub in UHL is designed to promote sustainable transportation options for ULHG staff, featuring swipe-controlled covered shelters for bike storage and convenient charging stations for e-bikes.
This hub provides a safe and secure space for cyclists, supporting a healthier lifestyle and reducing carbon emissions.
The opening of the UHL Cycle was made possible through the generous support of Healthy Ireland funding and the work of our Operational Services and Health and Wellbeing colleagues.
Join us in embracing greener and more efficient travel choices at UHL.
Joe Taner, Health and Wellbeing team, Maria Quirke, GM Operational Services, Niall Joyce, Group Buildings & Maintenance Manager , Eimear Laffan , Healthy Ireland Project Manager.
Recent Consultant Appointments
Health Science Academy Newsletter
The April edition of the Health Science Academy is now available
This month's edition covers:
2024 NCHD Conference
Admissions from ED UHL
Health and Safety Reps ULHG
You can find a list of ULHG’s Safety Reps 2022 to 2024 by scanning the below QR code.
Section 25 of the Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 allows employees to select and appoint a safety rep, or by agreement with their employer.
The reps represent their colleagues in consultation with their line manager in relation to any health and safety issues at work.
Thank you to all our Safety Reps across ULHG for their ongoing commitment.
For more information contact : Nora Barry, General Manager, Health and Safety and Major Emergency Planning
GAA Injury Unit Campaign
As part of our ongoing work to promote Injury Units, we have developed a poster (opposite) for GAA Clubs.
We are asking the GAA clubs to display the poster in their clubs and to share it on their WhatsApp groups and social media channels with messaging about Injury Units.
A QR code directs people to the HSE website for further information.
The aim is to increase levels of awareness about Injury Units as an option for the treatment of minor injuries.
If you would like a copy of the poster for your club, contact ulhgcommunications@hse.ie
Learning & Development: Health & Wellbeing
ULHG Learning & Development and Health & Wellbeing are partnering to host the workshops listed below. The aim of the partnership is to promote an holistic approach to employee development addressing both professional and personal growth and contributing to a safe and supportive work environment.
- Disability Awareness : April 16 & July 10th 2024
- Safe Talk (Suicide Awareness) : April 24 & Sept 26 2024
- Mental Health Awareness (Line Managers) : May 23 & Oct 15 2024
All workshops are half day duration and will take place in the Training room in Houston Hall. Further details are available on registration.
Enrol on www.hseland.ie – search ‘ULHG’ followed by the workshop title or Contact ldu@hse.ie for info.
Visit of Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to UHL
On his recent visit to UHL the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly announced support measures to improve services and ease ED pressure, including various initiatives for healthcare in the region.
These measures include:
Read the full press release here
