Critical incident stood down at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
They said the number of patients waiting on corridors has reduced
A critical incident at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has been stood down today (15th Jan).
It was declared on Tuesday (13th Jan) due to severe pressure on hospitals including the Queen's Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital.
They said they have been able to scale down the incident because the number of patients waiting in corridors at the Emergency Department has decreased.
Furthermore, services, such as respiratory, health care of older people, cardiology and acute medicine are now in a better position.
They also said the demand on beds had decreased, the impact on elective care has minimised and staffing has improved.
The NHS Trust said they were still experiencing pressure with many wards caring for more patients than usual.
Andrew Hall, Chief Operating Officer, said: “While we are out of the Critical Incident, we are not out of the woods. Our hospitals remain exceptionally busy.
“I am sorry for the impact that this pressure has had, and continues to have, on our patients, and I want to thank our communities for their ongoing support and understanding.
“I am also grateful to our colleagues across the Trust, whose response throughout this Critical Incident has been remarkable. I want to thank them for all they have done.
“From opening additional beds at short notice to coming in on their days off to provide support, our teams have demonstrated determination, professionalism, and a relentless focus on doing what is right for our patients. Please continue to support our teams by treating them with kindness.
“We also continue to ask the public to help us by only using ED for emergencies or serious accidents. For all other health concerns, please call 111 first so you can be directed to the most appropriate service. When patients are ready to be discharged, we ask that friends or loved ones collect them from hospital as soon as possible and ensure that everything they need is ready at home.”