Thousands more HSE staff working at weekends among strategies to tackle trolley crisis
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A new agreement has been reached with healthcare unions to address the ongoing hospital trolley crisis by increasing the staffing of senior consultants and other key staff over weekends and public holidays. This initiative is focused on improving patient care and ensuring that beds are freed up for those in need of routine medical attention. The commitment will see a broader range of healthcare workers, including social workers and therapists, working five over seven days, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of hospital services.
The breakthrough agreement aims to reduce hospital trolley crises by increasing senior staff presence in emergency departments during weekends and public holidays, ensuring better patient care.
Healthcare unions have successfully negotiated to roster senior consultants and various support staff for five over seven days to enhance patient services and overall hospital operations.
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