Trust news

There has recently been an updated Verification of Expected Death policy and template shared across Community Care division for all Mersey Care staff that should now be in use for patients who pass away whilst under the care of a Mersey Care team.

From Monday, 19 August, controlled drugs and high risk medicines (eLearning), a three yearly training requirement, will be added to training records for certain roles as agreed by the Medicines Management Team and Learning Development.

As we come to terms with the tragic incident in Southport and the subsequent violence and disorder, the Trust has been made aware of social media posts on personal accounts.

Expressions of interest are open for those who wish to be considered for a place on the post graduate certificate in applied psychological interventions, which will start in September 2024.

Some great news from the female ward at Aspen Wood, our new low secure site in Maghull. Ward manager Phil Searle wants to thank all his team, but is this week highlighting the new nurses, graduating from Edge Hill University. Well done to Nicole, Laura, Stephanie, Jack, Catherine, Tabot, Dorothy, Rebecca, Lorraine, Danielle and Valetina.