Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (SASH) is delighted to announce that Jenny Murphy, the Trust’s Manual Handling Lead, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Innovation Award at the National Back Exchange (NBE) Excellence Awards 2024. This recognition follows Jenny’s nomination for her pioneering work in transforming how manual handling training is delivered at the Trust.
The Innovation Award specifically celebrates those who introduce new ideas, methods, or concepts that significantly improve safety and patient care. Jenny has been shortlisted for the award for her innovative approach to manual handling training. She combines e-learning, self-assessment and face-to-face training for new staff, revolutionising the way it is taught at SASH. This method ensures that training is both accessible and effective, adapting to the diverse needs of staff while maintaining the highest safety standards.
The NBE, a leading organisation in the United Kingdom promoting safe moving and handling practices, honours individuals and teams who demonstrate exceptional innovation and dedication in the field. Jenny’s dedication to continuous improvement led her to complete the Trust’s Lean for Leaders programme, where she mastered her ability to create fit-for-purpose solutions that have a real impact.
Rachel Tamplin, Preceptorship Lead at Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, said: “Jenny has a real ability to make things fit for purpose and great adaptability in responding to the needs of the trust. Her innovative approach to manual handling has transformed our training, making it more relevant and effective for our staff. Being shortlisted for this award is a fantastic recognition of her hard work and creativity”.
Jenny expressing her delight said: “I am deeply honoured and grateful to have been shortlisted by the National Back Exchange for the UK award in ‘Innovation in Manual Handling’. It is a privilege to be recognised alongside such dedicated professionals and this inspires me to continue advancing safe and effective practice at SASH, supporting staff to continue to deliver the excellent patient-centred care that they display every day”.
Jenny’s nomination for the NBE Innovation Award follows her win at the 2023 SASH Star Awards for Innovation, where she was recognised for her outstanding contribution to the Trust.
The winners of the NBE Excellence Awards will be announced at the annual NBE Conference on Monday, 16 September 2024.
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