The water supply on Bonington ward was out of reach for patients.
Impact
Patients were always fully hydrated but an estimated 90 minutes of staff time each day was used travelling to the kitchen and back each day to replenish fresh water for patients.Idea
To invest in a new water cooler accessible to both staff and patients.
Benefits
Staff time taken to replenish patients’ water has reduced from 90 minutes to 18 minutes a day so more time can be given to caring.
Name and Job Title - Bonington ward Shared Governance Team, Clare Burton, Shared Governance chair.
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