A health trust has been recognised once more for its success using barcode technology to further improve the overall care it gives to patients.
North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, working alongside Global View Health Care, has been recognised both regionally and nationally for its innovative work on CareScan.
This is a programme that uses barcodes and scanners to track surgical products and devices during the delivery of patient care.
Last week, the trust was winner of the demonstrating an impact upon patient safety category in the Bright Ideas in Health Awards.
This award recognised the positive impact of CareScan, which supports decision making by ensuring surgical implants are safe and appropriate – helping to reduce the risk of preventable incidents known as ‘never events.’
Honoured to be recognised
Tony Naylor, the trust’s CareScan, said: “This award highlights our dedication to innovation, collaboration and research.
“CareScan is helping improve further the outstanding care our teams already provide.
“By working closely with our clinical and support teams, we have improved patient safety.
“CareScan is used daily by our teams in operating theatres, supporting them in the vital work they do.
“We are delighted and honoured to once again be recognised with an award for the positive impact it has made.”
The Bright Ideas in Health Awards honour individuals and teams that are transforming health and social care through new products, technologies, and improved service delivery.
Dr Nicola Hutchinson, chief executive officer at Health Innovation North East North Cumbria which organises the awards, commented: “The Bright Ideas in Health Awards celebrate the incredible talent and determination within our healthcare community, who work tirelessly to advance patient care and wellbeing.
“This year’s winners are a testament to the ingenuity and commitment found across our region. Congratulations to all who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in health and care.”
The trust has previously been recognised for its work with CareScan at the Health Business Awards, the Health Tech Newspaper Awards and the Health Service Journal Awards.
It was jointly recognised in its category along with Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for improvements to the in-patient care of people with Parkinson’s.
Two other teams in the trust were shortlisted for awards. The end of life care team were recognised for their work improving care for patients with a cancer of the lining of the lungs and the education team for work providing T-Level placements to young people interested in a career in the NHS.