North Ormesby Dialysis Unit

At our last inspection we rated this key question inadequate. The unit was in breach of legal regulation in relation to safe care and treatment. The unit had made improvements and is no longer in breach of this regulation.   

We assessed 8 quality statements for this key question. 

Patient areas were safe, clean, well equipped, well furnished, well maintained and fit for purpose. Staff had the required training and skills. Staff assessed and managed risks to patients and themselves well. There was a process in place for managing deteriorating patients. Staff understood how to protect patients from abuse and the service worked well with other agencies to do so. The service used systems and processes to safely prescribe, administer, record and store medicines. The service managed patient safety incidents well. 

At this assessment, the rating has changed to good, however there was one breach identified relating to premises and equipment. 

We have asked the provider for an action plan in response to the concerns found during this assessment.