Conference calling and virtual meetings are becoming more commonplace at work, saving time and money by being able to meet people without having to travel.
 
The library has webcams, headsets and microphones available to borrow to make conference calling even easier, which are compatible with Microsoft Teams, Skype and Webex.
 
For more information on how to borrow and use them, contact the library!

Tel: 01625 661362
​Email: ecn-tr.StaffLibrary@nhs.net

We have extended our non-print resources with the introduction of educational games including The Care Certificate, Dysphagia, Stress, Pressure Ulcers and more. 

We also have Lego Serious Play which can be used to facilitate group discussion, knowledge sharing, problem solving, team building etc. 

Our new, Virtual Reality headset can be used as an introduction to VR and to understand the wider possibilities. 

We also have conference call kits. 

All of these resources can be borrowed from the library to support staff training and development and library staff are able to act as facilitators.
 
Contact the library for more information on these resources or to discuss how we can support you. 
Tel: 01625 661362
​Email: ecn-tr.StaffLibrary@nhs.net

When we search for information on the internet, we enter a search command in the form of keywords and it provides some results. As search engines have become more sophisticated (using semantic search, paid for rankings and previous browsing history) what we retrieve isn’t always what we have asked for. The really effective search engines like Google, make your results appear very relevant and for most of our search needs what is provided is good enough so we don’t question them.
 
However, when we are searching for clinical evidence do we really want to use such algorithms to presuppose what we want? Or worse, rank ‘sponsored posts’ higher up the results list?
 
In the Library, we don’t rely on these types of search when looking for clinical evidence.  A Clinical Librarian will structure a search to ensure that what is requested is what is retrieved. Being able to search a database which is free from advertising or other annoying algorithms ensures that you maintain control over your own information retrieval.
 
Serendipity and discovery are useful functions of search but sometimes we just need to find precisely, the best evidence to answer a clinical question. If you would like to learn how to structure a search using medical databases please contact Holly in the library on: holly.cook3@nhs.net   ​

Are you starting a new course, project or research in 2019? You will need an NHS Athens account!
Do you need to keep up-to-date with advances in your speciality, or do background research for patient care? You will need an NHS Athens account!
 
NHS Athens is a single username/password which will give you access to the majority of our information resources:

• databases (e.g. Medline, Cinahl, Embase, etc)
  
• e-books (access hundreds of books fulltext, including the Oxford Medicine series, Royal Marsden, key clinical textbooks, leadership and management, and much more);
  
• e-journals (all our journals are now only available online – access the fulltext of articles with your Athens login);
• apps (BMJ Best Practice, BNF/BNFC are all available for you to download and use for free);
• clinical information and point-of-care tools (BMJ Best Practice and BMJ Learning are freely available with an East Cheshire NHS Athens login);
  
• and more!
  

 
Create a free NHS Athens account at: https://openathens.nice.org.uk

​​​For more information or to book a training session please email the Library or call 01625 661362.

BMJ Learning is available to all staff at East Cheshire NHS Trust with an OpenAthens account.
BMJ Learning offers high-quality continuing medical education for doctors and other healthcare professionals. It features hundreds of accredited, peer-reviewed learning modules in text, video, and audio formats.
Why is it useful?
It is important for anyone interested in continuing professional development (CPD) and other educational aims. BMJ Learning contains a large amount of free educational resources.
How do I use them?
You need an East Cheshire NHS Athens account (free to set up at https://openathens.nice.org.uk) to then access BMJ Learning here: http://learning.bmj.com/learning/home.html.
If you would like more information, a demonstration at your ward/meeting or help creating an OpenAthens account please contact Holly Cook (3398), Steve Collman (1547) or the Library desk (1362).

The Library has recently revamped its training programme.  Courses are available to all ECT staff.

• Overview of Online Library Resources – an introduction to the ‘Evidence Portal’ on the library website and basic evidence searching. Useful for all Trust staff who want a basic overview of quality clinical information resources.
• Advanced Evidence Searching – an in-depth look at how to conduct an evidence search. Useful for anyone wanting to conduct a thorough literature search for a clinical audit, systematic review, or similar.
• Study and Research Skills – a basic overview of useful skills and resources for coursework or research. Useful for anyone returning to study after a break away from education, or starting a personal research project.
• How to do a Systematic Review – a structured approach for how to conduct a systematic review. Useful for anyone undertaking a systematic review.
• Introduction to Critical Appraisal – how to read a paper. Useful for anyone who makes decisions based on research papers.
• Social Media in the Workplace – how to use social media in a professional capacity. Useful for anyone who wants to use social media for professional communications.
• Basic IT Skills – learn the basics or improve your skills and confidence in using a computer. Topics can include file management, Word, PowerPoint or Email. Useful for absolute beginners or those who would like a refresher.

 
Training can be conducted in the library or your place of work, and is arranged for 1:1 or small groups, tailored to your specific requirements. More information is available: www.eastcheshirenhslibrary.net/training.html

For more information or to book a session contact the Library & Knowledge Service:
Tel: 01625 661362
Email: ecn-tr.stafflibrary@nhs.net