Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Sherwood Forest Hospitals is the best acute trust to work for in the East Midlands for an incredible 7th year running, as voted by our colleagues in the 2024 NHS National Staff Survey. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is based in North Nottinghamshire and provides acute healthcare services for people in and around Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark, Sherwood and parts of Derbyshire and Lincolnshire. We employ more than 5,000 people across three hospitals - King’s Mill Hospital, Newark Hospital and Mansfield Community Hospital.

A huge thank you to Kirsty, who has raised an incredible £2,295 by walking 500 miles in January!Kirsty chose to support ...
21/03/2026

A huge thank you to Kirsty, who has raised an incredible £2,295 by walking 500 miles in January!

Kirsty chose to support the paediatric diabetes team at King’s Mill Hospital after they saved her niece’s life when she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Wanting to give something back, Kirsty set herself the incredible challenge of walking 500 miles to raise vital funds in recognition of the care her niece received.

Her fundraising will help us continue providing the very best care and support for our paediatric diabetes patients.

We are incredibly grateful for Kirsty’s dedication and generosity. Her contribution will make a real difference to young patients and the staff who care for them.

If you would like to support Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity, you can find out more at: www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/charity

Thank you to avid fundraisers Sonia and Neil Eminson, who recently presented a cheque for £2,470 to the Sherwood Forest ...
20/03/2026

Thank you to avid fundraisers Sonia and Neil Eminson, who recently presented a cheque for £2,470 to the Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity which will be split between the Emergency Department and Breast Services.

The pair have been fundraising for various services at King’s Mill Hospital over the last few years and have recently launched their next fundraising campaign to raise funds for the neonatal unit at the hospital.

Their efforts are greatly appreciated and Jo Thornley, Community Involvement Manager at the Trust stressed how important donations such as this are to the Trust: “I was delighted that Neil and Sonia were able to meet colleagues and clinicians from the Emergency Department and Breast Services Team to discuss how they will be utilising their donation.

“We greatly appreciate the time to raise much needed funds for the Trust charity, which go towards helping to improve services for patients, staff and visitors. I extend my warmest thanks to Sonia, Neil and everyone else who helps to contribute to our charity.”

If you would like to support the Sherwood Forest Hospitals charity, please visit www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/charity to find out more.

Pictured are Andrew Jacklin - Emergency Medicine Consultant, Steve Jenkins – Divisional General Manager, Urgent and Emergency Care, Neil Eminson, Becky Warren – Specialist Breast Care Nurse and Nikki Milburn, Breast Operations Assistant.

Congratulations to Shelbie Tipping, Maternity Support Worker, who has been awarded the Chief Midwifery Officer Award.Thi...
19/03/2026

Congratulations to Shelbie Tipping, Maternity Support Worker, who has been awarded the Chief Midwifery Officer Award.

This award recognises the vital contributions Maternity Support Workers make to maternity services and celebrates the exceptional support of nursing and midwifery practice.

Shelbie was presented the award in recognition of the outstanding care she provides to the families she supports. She consistently creates a positive, inclusive environment where patients feel safe, valued, and supported.

Shelbie is known for ensuring every voice is heard. She takes the time to understand each person’s individual needs and adapts her care accordingly, making a meaningful difference to the experiences of those she looks after.

The award was presented by Gaynor Armstrong, the Regional Chief Midwife

Shelbie said: “I'm really honoured and grateful for this award. It’s a privilege to support women and their families every day. I'm grateful to work alongside an amazing team who have supported and guided me since I started work for King’s Mill Hospital.”

A huge well done to Shelbie on this incredible achievement. We are incredibly grateful for the work you do and the difference it makes to our patients.

Following on from the success of the first King's Mill Hospital abseil which took place in November last year and helped...
19/03/2026

Following on from the success of the first King's Mill Hospital abseil which took place in November last year and helped to raise over £36,000 for the Trust charity, we are pleased to announce that we will be holding another abseil on Friday 12 June 2026.

The charity has once again teamed up with Big Bang Experiences - a UK leader in height-based activities for over 30 years - to give you this unique opportunity.

We be holding the abseil over just one day this year and spaces will be limited.

If you are up for the challenge and want to get involved in this amazing opportunity to help us raise vital funds, please first read the important abseil information on our website (link in comments) and then register your interest by sending an email to sfh-tr.charity@nhs.net.

Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust will soon be introducing Electronic Patient Records (EPR) as a way of managing your rec...
18/03/2026

Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust will soon be introducing Electronic Patient Records (EPR) as a way of managing your records digitally.

In our April Coffee and Connect session you can find out more about this, discover why the Trust is introducing it, and see the benefits that EPR will provide to patients, families, and staff.

The meeting will be held on Tuesday 7 April at 4pm on Microsoft Teams and it will be hosted by our Chief Nursing Information Officer, who will be able to answer any questions you may have.

Our Coffee and Connect sessions take place on the first Tuesday of each month, and give patients, service users, carers, family members and staff the opportunity to discuss how to improve services at the Trust.

You can reserve your space at the April session by sending an email to sfh-tr.pet@nhs.net or calling 01623 672222.

Parents, young people and students are being urged to check their vaccination status following an outbreak of meningitis...
18/03/2026

Parents, young people and students are being urged to check their vaccination status following an outbreak of meningitis in other parts of the country.

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly and can cause life-threatening sepsis and result in permanent damage to the brain or nerves. It can affect anyone but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults.

Symptoms can develop suddenly and include any or all of the following:
• a high temperature (fever)
• being sick
• a headache
• a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it (but a rash will not always develop)
• a stiff neck
• a dislike of bright lights
• drowsiness or unresponsiveness
• seizures (fits)

If you think you or someone you look after could have meningitis or sepsis, call 999 for an ambulance or go to your nearest A&E immediately.

Visit our website via the link in the comments to find out more about vaccinations available for meningitis.

We recently celebrated some of our longest-serving colleagues at our Long Service Presentation. Colleagues who reached i...
16/03/2026

We recently celebrated some of our longest-serving colleagues at our Long Service Presentation.

Colleagues who reached incredible milestones from 25 to 45 years of service joined us for a celebration event, where Chief Executive Jon Melbourne and Chief People Officer Rob Simcox presented them with their certificates in recognition of their dedication.

A huge thank you to our colleagues for their commitment and contribution to Sherwood over so many years. The work you do truly makes a difference 💙

Today we’re marking National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Day, a day dedicated to recognising and celebrating ...
16/03/2026

Today we’re marking National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Day, a day dedicated to recognising and celebrating the incredible work of our specialist nurses.

Here at Sherwood, we have over 30 Cancer Nurse Specialists working across 12 different specialities, who provide dedicated support and care to patients through their cancer journey. They provide guidance and advocate for both patients and their families through challenging times.

Today we want to say a special thank you to all out CNS’s here at Sherwood. Your compassion, empathy and care make a life changing difference to our patients.

Patients attending the Medical Day Case Unit (MDCU) at Newark Hospital will benefit from a brand new ultrasound machine ...
08/03/2026

Patients attending the Medical Day Case Unit (MDCU) at Newark Hospital will benefit from a brand new ultrasound machine to support staff in accessing difficult veins. The machine was funded by a generous donation from The Magnus Foundation, who share an annual donation with the Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity.

This equipment will make a difference for Newark patients who require intravenous treatments such as medication and blood transfusions. Previously, patients with complex venous access needs were required to travel to King’s Mill Hospital. The new ultrasound machine will ensure more patients can now receive their care closer to home.

The equipment will support improved patient experience and enable staff to provide safer and more effective care. The equipment also comes with free on-site staff training, which will boost clinical confidence and capability within the team.

Karen Shacklock, MDCU Department Lead, said: “This donation will make a huge difference to our patients and our team. Having access to an ultrasound machine on the unit means we can provide safer and more comfortable care for people with complex venous access needs. We are extremely grateful to the Magnus Educational Foundation for their generous support.”

A presentation took place at Newark Hospital, attended by Newark’s Medical Day Case and Sherwood Forest Hospital charity colleagues and Trustees from the Magnus Foundation.

Andrew Fearn, Magnus Foundation Trustee, told us: “The Magnus Educational Foundation is delighted to support Newark Hospital with this donation. Ensuring that local people can access high-quality care close to home is important to us, and we are delighted that this new equipment will make such a positive difference for patients and staff. It is a privilege to continue supporting our community in ways that have a real and lasting impact.”

We are very grateful to the Magnus Educational Foundation, which will soon celebrate its 500th anniversary, for its continued support of Newark Hospital and the local community.

If you would like to support Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity, you can find out more at: www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/charity

The Swing and Sing concert took place last week at Cornerstone Theatre in Sutton – in – Ashfield and it was a truly wond...
07/03/2026

The Swing and Sing concert took place last week at Cornerstone Theatre in Sutton – in – Ashfield and it was a truly wonderful evening for the Trust.

Kevin Stewart, who until very recently was our Appointed Governor for Volunteers, was instrumental in organising this event which has helped to raise over £1,100 for the Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity.

The funds will go toward much needed service developments across our three sites. Thank you to Kevin for all his hard work, and also for performing on the night as part of his role in the Ravenshead Swing Band.

Thanks also go to the Mansfield Male Voice Choir and Ravenshead Swing Band for donating their time free of charge, to Liz Barrett, Lead Governor at the Trust and Principal of ATTFE (which runs the Cornerstone Theatre) for giving the theatre space for free, Tony Delahunty from Mansfield 103.2 radio station who was the compere for the night, and to all those who attended the event – your support really does mean a lot.

There are many ways you can support the Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity – from supporting our London marathon runner to joining the charity lottery. Find out how to get involved at www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/charity.

Today, students from Vision West Notts College visited Mansfield Community Hospital to offer free haircuts to our patien...
06/03/2026

Today, students from Vision West Notts College visited Mansfield Community Hospital to offer free haircuts to our patients. ✂️💈

Troy was one of the learners who attended and took on the role of salon manager for the visit. He made sure everyone had the equipment they needed, kept the environment professional, and was available to help others.
Troy said, “I only have two to three months left before I finish the course and can work full-time as a barber. Coming to the hospital to cut hair really helps our communication and leadership skills and introduces us to new people.”

Rob Simcox, Chief People Officer at Sherwood Forest Hospitals and Governor at West Notts College, shared that the idea came from a conversation with the college’s Principal, Andrew Cropley, and has come to fruition and been a success, with benefits for both learners and patients.
Rob said, “The trust’s strong partnership with West Notts College allows us to work together to bring these brilliant ideas to life, help learners experience a new environment and put a smile on our patients’ faces.”

We spoke to Colin, who had his haircut today by Howie. He explained that the visit helps him get off the ward, makes him feel good afterwards, and is really good for the students.

Hairdressing teacher Joanne Webster from West Notts College told us, “I’ve been so impressed with the students’ work and have seen the way they can make a positive change to a patient’s life. They’ve been able to develop their cutting skills, and we’ve been discussing bringing other small treatments to the patients in the near future. It’s been very rewarding for our students to work in the hospital setting.”

A big thank you to all of the learners who came to Mansfield Community Hospital today! 👏🏼

Be part of something new in Nottinghamshire 🌟Are you looking for a way to give back to your community, meet new people, ...
06/03/2026

Be part of something new in Nottinghamshire 🌟

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community, meet new people, or develop new skills?

We’re recruiting a team of friendly volunteers to support our new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Mansfield Community Hospital – the first CDC in Nottinghamshire, opening in April 2026.

If you’re interested in finding out more, come along for an informal chat and register your interest:

📍 Main entrance, Mansfield Community Hospital
📅 Monday 9 March
⏰ 8.30 am – 12 noon

If you’re unable to attend but would still like to get involved, please contact our Community Involvement Department:

📞 01623 676011
📧 sfh-tr.voluntary.services@nhs.net

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