Health Board must demonstrate they have changed
THE Western Isles Health Board has been asked to adopt the Government's vision of a mutual NHS, with genuine co-ownership of patients, public and staff.
And the RCN point out: "There is no greater need for a mutual model of the NHS than in the Western Isles."
RCN Scotland Director, Theresa Fyffe, is encouraging senior management to engage with nursing staff in the future decision making process to ensure the future of the NHS Western Isles is financially sustainable.
She said: "The financial situation in the Western Isles has undoubtedly improved, but if RCN members, the wider Western Isles NHS staff, patients and the public are truly to be convinced that there is a sustainable financial future for the Board, these groups must be involved in decision making."
She added: "The Board and senior management must demonstrate that they have changed and are now prepared to work in partnership with all stakeholders to ensure that their shared healthcare objectives are fully funded."
Theresa Fyffe and other representatives from RCN Scotland will be meeting with members in July to receive feedback and concerns on issues related to management changes within the NHS Western Isles.
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15 May 2008 9:41 AM
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