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Hospital’s head injury project for children is shortlisted for national award
A Barnsley Hospital project which has helped speed up discharge for children with minor head injuries has been shortlisted for an HSJ Patient Safety Award.
Barnsley Hospital staff celebrate achievements at the 2024 Heart Awards
We were thrilled to hold the Barnsley Hospital Heart Awards again this year on Friday 24 May at the Holiday Inn, Dodworth.
Barnsley Hospital Launches New Digital Maternity System
We are excited to announce that Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has begun the rollout of a new digital system within its maternity services and the community.
Starting June 4th, our new system, BadgerNet, will replace the existing paper-based system with a comprehensive electronic record platform, already widely used across the NHS.
Board of Directors Public Meeting - Thursday 6 June 2024
We are pleased to announce that the next meeting of the Trust’s Board of Directors, held in public will commence at 9.30am on Thursday 6 June 2024, in Lecture Theatres 1 & 2, Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Gawber Road, Barnsley, S75 2EP. The agenda and supporting papers are attached to this article.
Improving Communication for All May 15th
At Barnsley, we believe that effective communication is the cornerstone of inclusivity, whether it’s among colleagues and with patients.
The 15 Steps Challenge - help us assess our Children’s Emergency Department and Assessment Unit
We want the people who use our services to let us know what they think about those services.
Smartphone app enhances patient experience for children having surgery at Barnsley Hospital
We have exciting news for kids getting ready for surgery at Barnsley Hospital. We've got something special just for you – the Little Journey smartphone app. It's like having a magical guide that takes you on a tour from the waiting room to the operating room around the hospital, all through your smartphone device.
Important changes to newborn feeding options at Barnsley Hospital
Starting from 22 April 2024, there will be a change in the availability of pre-made formula bottles at the Birthing Centre and Antenatal Postnatal Ward.
Board of Directors Public Meeting - Thursday 4 April 2024
We are pleased to announce that the next meeting of the Trust’s Board of Directors, held in public will commence at 9.30 am on Thursday 4 April 2024, in Lecture Theatres 1 & 2, Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Gawber Road, Barnsley, S75 2EP. The agenda and supporting papers for the meeting can be viewed on the Trust’s website.
Action continues to further narrow the Barnsley Hospital gender pay gap
The Barnsley Hospital gender pay gap report 2023 is now available. It outlines the Trust’s gender pay gap data for the year ending March 2023 alongside our efforts to address gender disparities in pay.
Barnsley Hospital News - March 2024
Our spring edition features our great NHS Staff Survey results - and some inspiring stories about the Trust's female leaders.
Little Phoebe celebrates World Down Syndrome Day
It’s World Down Syndrome Day (March 21) - and Barnsley Hospital is joining with others to create awareness of the condition. We spoke to Danielle Gill, mum of Phoebe Gill aged five. Phoebe has Down Syndrome and has been treated for her eyesight at the hospital.
Barnsley Hospital has some of ‘best results in country’ in NHS staff survey
The 2023 NHS staff survey has revealed that Barnsley Hospital is consistently improving, and is rated by staff at the Trust as the best Acute Trust in the country for flexible working, team-working, reward and recognition, and compassionate leadership.
Have you been poorly recently? Please don’t visit patients in the hospital
We’re currently experiencing a rise in confirmed cases of norovirus in our hospital.
Council of Governors meeting - Thursday 8 February 2024
We are pleased to announce that the next meeting of the Council of Governors is scheduled to take place on Thursday 8 February 2024 at 3pm.
Board of Directors Public Meeting - Thursday 1 February 2024
We are pleased to announce that the next meeting of the Trust’s Board of Directors, held in public will commence at 9.30 am on Thursday 1 February 2024, in Lecture Theatres 1 & 2, Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Gawber Road, Barnsley, S75 2EP. The agenda and supporting papers for the meeting can be viewed below.
Orthopaedic Centre at Mexborough sees first patients attend for surgery as service begins
On Monday 15 January 2024, the Mexborough Elective Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence (MEOC for short) welcomed its first patients.
Getting help for the worsening of a respiratory condition
If you have been diagnosed with a respiratory condition such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, Bronchiectasis and you need emergency assistance due to a worsening of this condition then please call the RightCare Barnsley on 01226 644575.
Barnsley Hospital signs NHS England sexual safety charter
Those who work, train and learn within the healthcare system have the right to be safe and feel supported at work.
Council of Governors meeting - Wednesday 13 December 2023
The next meeting of the Council of Governors is scheduled to take place on Wednesday 13 December 2023 at 3pm via video technology.