Staff Update 230320 Covid19 Update PCN Update regular

Staff Update 23/03/20 Covid-19 Update • PCN Update (regular teleconferences between BW CCG, wider ICS partners (BHFT & Public Health) and Primary Care Network Clinical Directors. Top 3 Messages : 1. Suspension of QOF, DES and most enhanced service requirements has been agreed and will be worked through in the coming days, with protection of primary care income. 2. Further support expected for primary care staffing in terms of testing, access to PPE (where appropriate), access to sick pay & support through redeployment of other staff into primary care roles. 3. It was agreed there was an urgent need to now look at setting up 3 “Respiratory” Hubs within the 3 localities to assess, manage and treat Respiratory Illness in COVID 19 symptomatic patients who do not require/are unsuitable for hospitalisation. These would potentially work alongside the Westcall commissioned community COVID 19 management service and other arrangements for core primary care provision. • New Specialty Guides for patient management during the coronavirus pandemic have been issued in relation to: Hospital patient management, Non-invasive ventilation, ENT treatment and Management of rheumatology patients. Please contact your Operational Director for a copy. West Berkshire LA Community Support Hub - https: //info. westberks. gov. uk/coronavirus-communityhub A new hub to update the community on changes to local services and to support you finding help for those affected by coronavirus. Whether that be those in need of help or those that can offer help, with details of the individuals, groups and businesses offering help across the district.

Staff Welfare We have a COVID-19 page on the staff intranet (http: //www. members. berkshirewestccg. nhs. uk/index. php) which includes the following information on Working Arrangements: • A guidance and tips document for working at home and video link • A guidance document on supporting your mental health while working at home • Hand Hygiene information which includes a video link Sickness Absence and Self Isolation During this time please continue to report sickness to your Line Manager with a copy to Claire Ward and Emma Sanford (c. ward 9@nhs. net and e. sanford@nhs. net). Dedicated Supermarket Shopping Time for Health and Social Care Staff ( You will need to show your ID card). Please check online as the below times may change. If you have any questions or items for staff comms, please contact : Sarah Seaholme, Deputy Chief Officer/Director of Strategy: sarah. seaholme 1@nhs. net