You made a difference’ winnersTeam award winners

This month marks the second birthday of the You Made a Difference awards with the 48th badge being handed out. There were 47 nominations considered in February.

 

The winners were Rhys Tassell, senior biomedical scientist, and Dr Madhavi Vindlacheruvu, Ortho/DME Consultant.

 

Rhys Tassell

Rhys joined the Trust in 2004 as a Trainee BMS, gained State Registration in September 2005 and became a BMS1.

 

He rotated through all areas of Biochemistry and Immunology including Immunosuppressant analyses at Papworth before taking up a Band 6 post with the Point of Care team (POCT).

 

In September 2010, after completing his MSc, Rhys was appointed to the Band 7 POC Team Leader role.

 

This involves the day to day management of all aspects of Point of Care Testing (POCT) services at Addenbrooke's, Papworth, local facilities belonging to the Mental Health Trust and local Community Nursing teams. In addition the POCT service is helping NHSC to roll out the health checks program using POCT in mainly GP surgeries across Cambridgeshire as well as one prison and a commercial pharmacy.

 

 

Rhys was nominated for the award by Colin Carr following several letters complimenting his work.

 

The nomination read: "I am always getting compliments on Rhys' style and approach to teaching staff of many different grades across the Trust. His relaxed manner and patience mean that training is a joy to many who encounter him".

 

After accepting his award Rhys said: "I'm really overwhelmed. This was completely unexpected. I try to make training exciting and give real life examples drawing on my experience in the Trust as well as outside.

 

"I really appreciate the award and know I'm very lucky to be involved with such a great team."

 

Rhys' wife Clare and five-month-old son Ronnie were at the presentation. The family had further cause to celebrate as the next day Rhys turned 30.

 

 

 

Dr Madhavi Vindlacheruvu

Consultant Ortho-Geriatrician Dr Vindlacheruvu joined CUH in June 2006. Her role has been to develop the Elderly Trauma Unit and to look after patients admitted there.

 

Since Dr Vindlacheruvu has started working with the orthopaedic surgeons, the department has seen remarkable improvements in the quality of care for this frail elderly population, with improved outcomes from surgery, reduced length of hospital stay, and improved patient satisfaction.

 

The Elderly Trauma Unit recently received praise for its performance in the National Hip Fracture Audit.

 

Staff nurse Michelle Gibbon, who submitted the nomination, said: "Madhavi is an inspiration to the staff on D8 - she brings energy and enthusiasm to the ward. She takes an active interest in all aspects of patient care and this combined with her enthusiasm ensures patients receive a high quality of care".

 

Dr Gareth Goodier presented the award and told how he had followed Dr Vindlacheruvu's career within the Trust with great interest.

 

He said: "We have gone from strength to strength with improvements. I really do appreciate the fantastic work you've done."

 

On accepting her award Dr Vindlacheruvu praised her colleagues and thanked them for their support in implementing the five year plan to improve the quality of care.

 

She said: "It is a huge honour but really this is a team win. It's the perfect end to the five year plan, now it's on to the next five years."

 

 

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The other nominees for February were:

 

Rev Anne Aldridge, Chaplaincy
for providing exceptional support to the whole family

Dr Anand Kumar Annamalai, Clinical Fellow, Endocrine
for being professional, conscientious and kind

Mr Trevor Baglin, Consultant, Haematology
for his time, care and dedication to a patient

Tracey Bennett, Student Midwife, SCBU
for having a wonderful approach which made a patient's time in hospital enjoyable

Justin Bridges, HCA, C8
for excellent communication skills and for being kind, considerate and professional in all areas

Nicola Butler, Junior Sister, R2
for being a good team leader and possessing excellent communication skills

Susan Dickison, Staff Nurse, C7
for displaying kindness and compassion towards a patient

Alison Dowsett, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Paediatrics
for being a great listener who is professional, genuine and caring

Stephanie Fairbain, Hospital Play Specialist, D2
for explaining everything to a young patient in a way that she could understand

Amy Francis, Clinical Practice Assessor, The Learning Centre
for being supportive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable

Beverley Haynes, Tissue Bank Manager, Histopathology
for being an exceptional and supportive manager

James Hill, HCA, Wolfson Diabetes & Endocrine Clinic
for being helpful, caring and thoughtful to your colleagues

Jennifer Hilton-Thomas, Training Manager, The Learning Centre
for being supportive and approachable at all times

Mr PJA Hutchinson, Honorary Consultant, Neurosurgery
for providing excellent care of a patient

Rosalind Jackson, Staff Nurse, Day Surgery ATC
for being kind, reassuring and always calm

Jessica Leavens, Staff Nurse, IDA
for being kind and caring to a patient, brightening their day

Yvonne Lockwood, HCA, C8
for going out of your way to help patients who are waiting to go home

Brenda Mancey, Volunteer Hospital Transport Driver, NHS East of England Hospital Transport
for being caring and thoughtful to a patient, helping them to feel more relaxed about their hospital trips

Emma Martin, Staff Nurse, D2
for being friendly, kind and efficient

Joycelyn Morley, Physician's Assistant Administrator, Pathology Clinical Services (3 nominations)
for being efficient, organised and professional and for being an invaluable member of the team

Dr Niamh O'Rourke, Senior House Officer, Clinic 8/Ward M5
for showing kindness which helped a patient feel at ease

Louise Osborn, Staff Nurse, Lewin Stroke & Rehab Unit
for taking time with patients and always smiling which creates a positive effect on everyone around

Dr Xiaomei Ouyang, Clinical Scientist, Gastroenterology/Motility
for taking excellent care of a patient

Tina Padain, Health Care Assistant, PICU
for always being cheerful and helpful

Amy Pulham, Junior Sister, D2
for excellent communication skills and always being willing to help

Debbie Read, Staff Nurse, Neurotheatres
for going the extra mile by demonstrating excellent care and providing reassurance

Dr Helen Simpson, Doctor, Endocrine clinic
for providing excellent care to a patient over a long period of time

Phil Sproat, Staff Nurse, C5
for being very kind and friendly towards a patient

Gean Taylor, HCA, CDU
for demonstrating excellent care and communication skills

Karina Tharp, Staff Nurse, C8
for being an excellent nurse

Mr Edward Thompson, Clinical Scientist, Molecular Genetics Laboratory
for being hardworking, supportive and willing to help colleagues

Claire Tolliday, Senior Clinical Nurse, Operations Centre
for being helpful, friendly and professional to a family in need of extra assistance

Regina Torok, Receptionist, Call Centre
for being kind and caring towards a patient and their relative

Sarah Tunnicliffe, Senior Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy
for successfully leading on a project encouraging patients to exercise during their treatment for cancer

June Waugh, Staff Nurse, Clinic 2A
for making patients feel welcome

Matthew Whattam, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, A&E
for providing excellent care and kindness to a patient

Gemma Wicks, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy
for being encouraging and providing positive feedback which helped a patient to achieve a full recovery

Dr Charles Wilson, Consultant, Oncology
for showing great empathy and understanding

 

Clarence Yapo, Staff Nurse, PSSU (D5)
for always smiling and being helpful

 

 

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