Welcome to the ward

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Welcome to Clee

Clee Ward is a 20 bedded, female ward. This pack provides information about the ward, the staff who will care for you and the support you may receive during your stay.

Contact details for Clee

Address: Clee Ward Bushey Fields Hospital Bushey Fields Road Russells Hall Dudley DY1 2LZ

Telephone: 01384 324597

What happens during your admission?

You have been admitted to hospital so that your mental health needs can be fully assessed. We will work with you and/or family to ensure a safe discharge back into the community or another care setting. You will have a named nurse who will be responsible for your care during your stay.

My care plan

Care plans are jointly agreed by you and the health professional, copies of your care plans can be given to you and any family/carer's please request this from your named nurse.

Your care plans will cover:

• My mental health/emotional well being
• When I need urgent support
• How I keep myself and others safe
• My physical health
• Moving forward
• My rights

Any urgent care needs can also be addressed.

Can I leave?

Your right to leave the hospital depends on your situation, especially if admitted under the Mental Health Act. A member of staff can advise you on your rights. For safety, always tell a member of staff when you are leaving the ward or hospital. Leaflets on legal rights and the Mental Health Act are available if asked for.

Moving on from hospital

We start planning your discharge as soon as you are admitted. The Home Treatment Team, or community mental health teams help with early discharge. As part of this, you may spend time away from the ward. Initially, you may have hours out from the ward within the hospital grounds or possibly at home. You may have staff, a relative or friend accompany you. Overnight leave to home may also be possible. The team will discuss and agree leave during your weekly ward reviews. Please note that leave beds may be used for urgent admissions if needed.

How will my needs be assessed?

During your stay you will be involved in range of different assessments.

These include:

• Assessment of your mental state.
• Assessment of your social situation i.e. Housing, employment.
• A risk assessment to maintain yours and others safety.
• Physical healthcare assessment – i.e. involves being examined by a doctor or having some tests.

The multi-disciplinary team (MDT) will be involved in the assessment and planning your care. The MDT can be made up of Doctors, Nurses, Health care workers, Social workers, Allied health professionals (such as Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists and Speech and Language Therapists), and carers.

What do the MDT do?

The Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) are made up of the following roles:

• Doctors/Consultants - manage your medical treatment. Nurses – oversee your care and give out your medication.
• Health Care Assistants (HCA’s) – assist your care whilst on the ward.
• Activity coordinator- provide activities on the ward during your stay.
• Psychology – provide support to aid your mental health recovery.
• Occupational Therapy (OT) – support you to be able to do the things that you want and have to do in everyday life.
• Physiotherapy (PT) - support with movement and function affected by injury/conditions/disabilities. S
• peech and Language Therapy (SLT) – support with any communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
• Pharmacy – monitor and supply your medications.
• Social workers -provide support, guidance, and resources ready for discharge.
• Discharge coordinator – help to plan your discharge from hospital.

Each of these roles will work together to help you get better.

Why do you want to check my physical health?

Mental health and physical health impact each other. The Nurses will do physical checks throughout your admission and some tests may be arranged. You will also be asked about your general health i.e. long term conditions, as well as your wellbeing and lifestyle i.e. if you exercise, smoke, drink or take any drugs. We will also contact your GP and access shared care records for additional information.

What about my medication?

The doctor will ask whether you have been prescribed any medication, this will also be checked with your GP. If you have any medication with you please give it to the nurse. The doctor will prescribe the medication that you need and this will be reviewed regularly. Nurses will give you your medication regularly each day. For further information on your medication please ask the nursing, medical or pharmacy staff.

I came into hospital in a hurry, can someone help sort things out at home?

If you did not plan to come into hospital, Nurses can help by talking to your family/caregivers to find out if there is anything you need from home. This may also include things at home that need attention. If your employer needs to be told about your hospital stay; let the nursing staff know.

What will I need while I am in hospital?

You may bring/ask someone to bring:

• Several underwear and clothing. Nightwear, dressing gown, slippers and towels.
• Toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shower/bath gel, shampoo and non-aerosol deodorant.
• Washing powder.
• Diary, notebook, writing supplies, reading books and reading glasses.
• Mobile telephone.

Please note: We request that patients do not bring large amounts of property to the ward, as the site does not have anywhere extra to store items e.g. suitcases. If these items are brought to the ward we may ask family / carers to take this back with them.

What happens to my personal belongings?

We cannot promise the safety of your belongings. We will check your belongings to make sure items you have brought are allowed onto the ward. If we have to remove your items, we will store them securely. If anything goes missing; tell a staff member.

Items not allowed on the ward

• Sharps e.g. knives, razors, scissors, needles and other items that have been sharpened to a blade or point
• Any type of firearm including replica/toys
• No bedding or blankets
• No soft toys
• Alcohol
• Any kind of mind altering substance (legal or otherwise) that can be ingested
• Solvents Glass or ceramic items
• No hot water bottles
• Metal, wooden or plastic coat hangers
• Any type of drug or medication not prescribed by the ward
• Toxic/Caustic substances e.g. bleach
• Lighters, matches etc. for those service users where these items may present a risk
• Flammable liquids
• Any type of explosive e.g. fireworks
• Poisons e.g. weed killer, pesticides
• Plastic bags
• Personal incapacitates e.g. pepper spray (Please note – the carrying and use is banned under Section 5(1)(b) of the Firearms Act 1968

Daily routine

Meal times

What is the ward routine?

• Breakfast: You can help yourself to cereal, toast, and juice in the ward.
• Lunch: 12.00pm - 1.00pm
• Evening meal: 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Hot and cold drinks are available throughout the day in the patient kitchen.

Protected mealtimes

To ensure uninterrupted mealtimes, medical/other NHS staff stay off the ward during lunch and dinner.

Ward activities

A weekly timetable of activities are displayed on the ward. Activities take place on and off the ward at the Therapy Hub at Bushey Fields Hospital site.

Your care plans

Will involve you attending activities, groups, therapy, Dr/Nurse sessions, and weekly consultant ward reviews.

Shift change

Nurses work in three shifts over 24 hours. Staff coming on duty will meet with staff going off duty to understand all patient needs.

What is the ward routine?

Observations 

We work within positive engagement and use clinical observations which are tailored to individual risks assessment. There is a minimum hourly observation for all at risk patients. This involves a risk of vulnerability, suicide, self-harm or harm from others. Observation levels that need a higher frequency will be discussed with you based on your care needs and risk.

Patient meetings

Regular patient or community meeting held on the ward. Staff will inform patients about issues, like fire alarm testing, and gather your feedback and ideas.

What facilities are on the ward?

Facilties 

Bath and shower facilities available; please avoid using them late at night so you do not disturb others.

Shared area with entertainment equipment (TV, radio), and a quiet room.

Laundry facilities (washing machine and tumble dryer) in the utility room. Ask staff to show you how to use them.

Iron and ironing board available on request.

Mobile phone available for use upon request for any emergency calls. Private area for phone calls can be arranged by staff.

Help yourself to drinks available in the kitchen.

We ask visitors and patients to tell us if they bring any food items onto the ward, as we need to keep a record of this. We do not provide facilities to reheat food.

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