Team of the year
Celebrating a team that has achieved something special through outstanding teamwork. Their combined efforts have made a meaningful difference to patients, colleagues or the wider organisation and they are an example of what can be achieved when people come together with a shared purpose.
Acute Care Response Team
The Acute Care Response Team (ACRT) provides expert support for patients at critical moments in their care. Over the past five years, the team has shaped the development of advanced and enhanced clinical practice, while creating a workforce model that will support the future delivery of care within the Trust.
The ACRT has led significant improvements in patient safety and clinical care, including the implementation of Martha's Rule and projects focused on altered airways, education and workforce development. Alongside delivering expert clinical support, the team provides leadership during critical incidents and supports colleagues through debriefs and learning, strengthening care across the organisation.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
Since launching in Gloucestershire in 2009, the AAA Screening Team has expanded its service to Swindon while continuing to provide screening across community hospitals and acute sites. The team works proactively to ensure all eligible patients have the opportunity to attend, tailoring support where needed and keeping care as close to home as possible.
Despite being a small team, they consistently achieve their targets and receive excellent feedback from patients and partner organisations. Staff take pride in providing a friendly, professional service and looking beyond the immediate screening appointment to connect patients with additional support when needed.
Ward 9A
Ward 9A cares for women through some of the most difficult and deeply personal experiences of their lives, including pregnancy loss, complex gynaecological conditions and recovery following surgery. The team is known for its compassionate approach, ensuring patients feel supported, treated with dignity and cared for in a way that reflects their individual needs.
Alongside delivering high-quality patient care, the team has focused on improving safety, communication and learning through initiatives including safety huddles, strengthened equipment checks and improved observation compliance. Colleagues describe a supportive environment where people are encouraged to contribute ideas, learn from one another and work together to achieve the best outcomes for patients.