PULSE ULHG Staff Newsletter No. 256

Last updated on 01/10/2024

Integrated Financial Management and Procurement System (IFMS)

The new IFMS will shortly be introduced in HSE Mid West Region. This system will significantly enhance how we handle finances and procure goods and services across the region. Work has been ongoing with a project team in place.

What is IFMS? IFMS is a new national system that will streamline our finance and procurement processes, making them more efficient and standardised. This system will impact many areas of our work, even for those who may not have direct involvement in finance or procurement.

Key Changes to Expect:

1.Updated Processes: There will be new standard processes for finance and procurement.

2.New Ways of Working: New operating structures that aim to improve collaboration and efficiency.

3.Shared Services Model: To allow us to centralise certain functions, promoting better service delivery and resource management.

Why is this Important? The system will enhance financial transactions and procurement management by:

•Improving daily financial operations, such as invoices, payments, budgeting, and forecasting.

•Supporting strategic goals through better cash flow management and resource allocation.

•Streamlining the purchasing process, making it easier for staff to access necessary goods and services.

Who Needs to Be Informed? While everyone will benefit from the new system, specific teams and individuals will have greater involvement, particularly those who:

·Receive goods or services from suppliers.

·Handle invoices or purchases for clients and patients.

·Manage financial transactions, budgets, and reporting.

We kindly request that all staff engage with the project team, as it is important for meeting key milestones in the national rollout plan. Please help ensure that all staff are informed and respond to the project team’s requests in a timely manner. Thank you for your cooperation.

In the coming weeks, we will keep you updated with more information, training sessions, and resources to support this transition. For more information contact Micheal Gleeson Project Lead at HSEMW.IFMSPMO@hse.ie

October is Health Literacy Month

Staff Flu & Covid Vaccination Clinics

Healthcare worker vaccination clinics will commence this week.

All clinics are walk-in, no booking required.

See clinic details attached to this email. Some clinics are flu only and some are for specific departments.

Next Flu and Covid Vaccination clinic :

Date: Monday 07 October

Time: 8-12 & 2-5

Venue: UHL Health and Wellbeing Centre

Three Ireland Affinity Offers

Three Ireland are delighted to offer affinity offers to all HSE staff.

See attached flyers. If you have any questions, contact Dermot.Kearns@Three.ie

Obstetric Medication Record

The University Maternity Hospital Limerick has introduced an updated Obstetric Medication record approved by the Drugs and Therapeutics committee. This medication record has been updated to include feedback from Drugs and Therapeutics committee, Pharmacy, Obstetrics, Midwifery and Nursing. Education sessions are being provided for staff by Bernadette Murphy, Senior Clinical Pharmacist- Neonatal Unit and Bernie Clancy, CSF Midwifery, Midwifery Practice Development Unit.

To organise an education session for your clinical area please email: Bernie.clancy2@hse.ie

September Staff offers with Dermot