Drawing on almost twenty years in NHS critical care, Paul Hinchley considers why clear guidance alone is not enough to improve maternity safety, and what it takes to make the Maternal Care Bundle work reliably in everyday care.

NHS England’s 22 national portering standards provide trusts with a consistent framework for safe, effective and patient-centred services. Covering governance, training, patient safety and digital technology, they offer a clearer basis for reviewing current practice and evidencing progress.​

Nurses need technology that fits the realities of clinical work. By reducing manual tasks, simplifying communication and making key information easier to access, digital tools can give nurses more time for patient care while supporting their judgement and compassion.

Single-occupancy rooms support privacy and infection control, but they can make everyday communication between patients and ward teams more difficult. This blog explores how clearer requests can reduce unnecessary journeys and help patients stay informed and involved during their hospital stay.

Choosing a nurse call system for Hospital 2.0 requires more than hardware. Learn the 10 critical questions NHS Trusts should ask to ensure interoperability, mobile working, patient safety and long-term digital flexibility.