Today, one of our members passed their assessments for the new FutureQuals L3 Award for Ambulance Service First Responders. Thank you to Dave, Kate Fisher and the others from South Western Ambulance Service who gave up their time. Our other members from Portland will attend in September.

The recent 3% NHS pay award is a real-terms pay cut. Watch this video to learn more about the true impact of the award on the salaries of members like you in England and Wales. Join the campaign ⬇️ #FairPayForNursing bit.ly/2QySay0

If you are waiting for an ambulance to arrive, please do not call back for an estimated arrival time. This could delay us answering a call about a seriously ill or injured patient. Only call back if an ambulance is no longer needed, or if the patient’s condition worsens 💚

Our hospital continues to be extremely busy. Please only use our Emergency Department for serious or life-threatening situations. If you’re unwell and are unsure about where to go, visit 111.nhs.uk or call 111. #HelpUsHelpYou

Following on from our post in Aug both our remaining responders have passed their L3 qualification. This is even more special as one of our responders has dyslexia and was worried about the written part of but like his colleagues he put in 100%,smashed it + should be extra proud.

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Please #HelpUsHelpYou by only calling 999 in a genuine, life threatening emergency. 🚨🚑 If you need urgent medical advice please call 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk 💙 #TeamSWASFT #ChooseWell

Apparently these mask mandates in England will be lifted on 21st December. If you’ll continue to wear a mask beyond that date, RT 💙🚨

SHERBORNE MIU CLOSED TEMPORARILY Our minor injuries unit at the #Yeatman Hospital in #Sherborne will be closed Mon 27 and Tue 28 Dec due to staff absence as a result of #Covid19. Please access urgent care via 111, by phone or online. Dorset Echo BBC Dorset

The bestest kind of study buddy! Though not sure about his snoring!

Finished my volunteer #cfr shift earlier than usual this year not because of issues but because I've got the long day shift new years day in urgent care. Stay safe my colleagues in green, sorry I couldn't stay. #happynewyear2022

Prime Minister, We have NHS staff crying in their cars. Desperate texts being sent because wards have NO nurses for the night shift. Operations being cancelled left, right & centre. And all you can talk about is the booming economy. Thanks a lot, NHS staff everywhere #PMQs

Sleepy labrador, thinking he's a lap dog keeping me company whilst on call this evening.

With #StormEunice approaching, we're working closely with our partners to keep you safe. If you're suffering a life-threatening emergency, please call 999. If not, please consider using other healthcare services: 111, minor injury units , your GP or pharmacies. Stay safe 🔴

Some GP services will be available this #Easter. If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use the NHS 111 online service for quick health advice: 111.nhs.uk Please only dial 999 in a genuine, life-threatening emergency. #ChooseWell

SWAST now recruiting for First Responders in Dorset We're interested in the Blandford, Bridport, Weymouth, Portland, Sturminster Newton areas. Be aware if there's currently not a scheme within 3 miles of your home postcode you may not be short listed. jobs.nhs.uk/xi/vacancy/917…

Please remember if you need medical help and it's not an emergency to think 111. If needed, NHS 111 can direct you to an urgent treatment centre/minor injuries unit, emergency dental service, GP, pharmacy or another more appropriate local service. 111.nhs.uk

Despite the weather, a good day was had by all at Weymouth Station open day, including, Billy the bear who showed off his skills in cpr!

Just to make you all aware, the defibrillator outside of the Dorset Blind Association Shop in Easton is currently out of action. The next nearest available defibrillator is located in Tesco (during opening hours) or at the St John Hall on Easton lane Thank you