Unity Healthcare - North Team

08/03/2023

International Women's Day 2023

The United Nations have chosen “DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for gender equality” as the theme for International Women’s Day 2023. This focuses on the untold or unrecognised contributions that women have made and continue to make to the digital work. The United Nations has stated that “Today, a persistent gender gap in digital access keeps women from unlocking technology’s full potential”. One of the major barriers for women is their underrepresentation in STEM education and careers, this limits their participation in tech design and governance.

Women have made countless life changing contributions throughout history to science and technology with ….
- Hedy Lamarr- who worked throughout World War 2 to help develop a device which would prevent enemy ships from blocking torpedo signals. Lamarr and her team created what is now known as spread spectrum technology. This paved the way for the development of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS.

- Stephanie L. Kwolek – who worked as a chemist during the 1960s. Whilst working with polymer materials used for tires she developed Kevlar. Kwolek discovered that Kevlar was extremely durable, lightweight, and stronger than steel. Kevlar is now used for combat helmets, motorcycle clothing, car breaks, and so much more.

- Alice H. Parker- Parker filed a patent for her heating system invention in 1919. Parker’s invention changed the game for domestic heating, moving it away from being dependant on wood to natural gas. Parker is often viewed as a revolutionary as she was one of the first black women to invent such a successful technology during a period where racism dominated the western world.

- Ann Tsukamoto- Tsukamoto is responsible for developing stem cell isolation, which plays a huge role within stem cell research and advancement to this very day.

These are only 3 examples of the tremendous contributions women have made to STEM, but did you know their names?

The UN also want to highlight the pervasive threat of online gender-based violence—coupled with a lack of legal recourse this IWD. Arguing that too often these factors push women out of the digital spaces that they occupy.”

This year we want to push “governments, activists and the private sector to focus their efforts on making the digital world safer, more inclusive and more equitable”.

03/03/2023

In the spirit of we are announcing February’s Nurse of the Month….

February’s Nurse of the month for The North Team has been awarded to someone who continuously receives outstanding feedback month after month. Since the start of Deborah’s placement, she has gone above and beyond, she has been commended for her excellent clinical skills. As wells as her excellent interpersonal skills which help patients feel comfortable and colleagues feel supported.

It is a privilege to work with someone who holds themselves to such a high standard. Thank you Deborah for everything you do!

Please enjoy your £100 voucher and let us know what you treat yourself too 😊

28/02/2023

Today is Rare Disease Day, the aim of the campaign is to raise awareness amongst the public and decision-makers about rare diseases and their impacts on patients’ lives.

There are more than 300 million people living with a rare disease worldwide, 72% of these rare diseases are genetic and 70% start during childhood. With over 6000+ rare diseases it is vital to work toward better access to diagnosis, treatment, care, and social opportunity.

Share a photo to show solidarity with people living with a rare disease in your community!

Use the social media tag and 💜💚💙

21/02/2023

A little fun for a Tuesday afternoon! 😊

Grab a cup of tea or coffee and get stuck into our NEW Nursing word search 💚

*HINT* There are 30 words to find!

21/02/2023

Ha ppy Shrove TuesdaHappy Shrove Tuesda ! 🥞♥

Today marks the start of the Christian Festival Lent, a period within which Christians practise abstinence. This can include giving up luxuries or unnecessary items. What will you be giving up?

If you aren't commemorating today for Shrove Tuesday, I hope you will be treating yourself to some well deserved pancakes 😊🥞

15/02/2023

What a fantastic way to celebrate Valentines Day♥

A lovely way to bring Joy to both patients and staff ☺👏

10/02/2023

What a fantastic and insightful programme, we will definitely be tuning in to watch 📺

The BBC show Antiques Roadshow will take viewers on a journey about how the Nursing profession has changed from the 19th century to the present day.

It will air on BBC One on Sunday February 26 at 7pm – Antiques Roadshow – A Nursing Special.

During the episode, Fiona Bruce learns more about the nurses and midwives that inspired Call The Midwife.

08/02/2023

What a fantastic poster from Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

As Children's Mental Health week is in full swing, it is important to check in with yourself and your children. If you are feeling overwhelmed or notice anything out of the ordinary there are resources and people who are there to help 😊

There is no health without mental health 💚

How are you feeling? Use this graphic to get some tips on how to stay healthy or where you can go if you need some support for your mental wellbeing in , and

You can also find more support here: https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/mental-health/resources/conditions/young-people/

Please share 💚💙

08/02/2023

BIG NEWS!!

We want to recognise the hard work that our nurses do, those who go above and beyond for their work. Therefore, we will be announcing a Nurse of the month on the last Friday of every month 👩‍⚕️🥇

Prizes will range from ...
• Vouchers to some of the biggest brands🛍
• Restaurant gift cards 🥗
• Cash bonus’💰
• And so much more!🎁

Follow us to stay updated -NorthTeam

07/02/2023

If you are interested in working with Unity Healthcare - North Team please see below the requirements for our Community Nursing roles and Healthcare Assistant roles.

If you are looking for another type of Nursing or Healthcare work, please still reach out as we have Mental Health, Theatres, Paediatrics, and Acute work available 💙🧡💜❤

06/02/2023

The WHO recognises that Community Nurses are usually the only point of care in the community, because of this they often face a huge amount of challenges both physically and emotionally.

To say thank you for all the hard work and dedication that our nurses put into their work we have planned something special.

We will be announcing this at 12pm on Wednesday 9th Feb 2023.

Follow to find out what we have install, you won't be disappointed😊💚



(Information provided by EveryNurse, Lyn Hetzler 2021)

01/02/2023

We always appreciate all of our nurse’s dedication and hard work, which is why we pride ourselves in being one of the most communicative and friendly healthcare agencies around 💚👩‍⚕️

If you are interested in joining Unity Healthcare, please do contact us!