The Society for Acute Medicine (SAM) hosts the SAM Manchester Conference, a leading event for clinicians working in acute medical care. This year, NHS Forth Valley was proudly represented by a multidisciplinary team who attended to share learning, present improvement work, and engage with national developments shaping the future of acute medicine.
NHS Forth Valley Delegates
- Dr Pamela Scott – Lead Nurse
- Jenna Woods – Deputy Charge Nurse
- Rosie Stevenson – Registered Nurse
- Nicola Green – Senior Charge Nurse
- Dr Beth Routledge – Acute Medic
- Cath Swan – Clinical Nurse Educator
Showcasing NHS Forth Valley’s Work
Pamela Scott & Jenna Woods
Presented a poster on the identification and escalation of the deteriorating patient, delivered as part of the Safety Collaborative. Their work highlighted baseline data, educational interventions, new processes, and the resulting improvements in patient safety.
Cath Swan & Nicola Green
Outlined the role of Clinical Nurse Educators within AMU, emphasising collaborative working with Senior Charge Nurses and the clinical lead. Their presentation demonstrated clear benefits for staff retention, student experience, governance, quality improvement, and workforce development.
Cath Swan
Also presented on the digital embedding of the NES Preceptorship Framework, part of a wider quality improvement initiative aimed at supporting staff as they transition into new roles.
