Local hospital Trust partners with digital innovator to win prestigious healthcare partnership award
27 March 2019
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and digital innovator patchwork have won a prestigious award for digital transformation at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2019 (March 20), which showcases the most effective partnerships in healthcare.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with digital innovator Patchwork, won a prestigious award for digital transformation at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2019 on 20 March. This award celebrates the most impactful partnerships in healthcare.
The partnership was recognised as the winner in the Medical Software, Systems, and Technology category for developing a pioneering digital solution that allows NHS temporary staff (locums) to easily book bank shifts through an app.
Judges praised the project as an innovative approach with transformative potential, delivering crucial outcomes in its setting with notable savings. This solution extends beyond software; it works directly with teams to foster positive organisational change.
Through this partnership with Patchwork, the Trust has improved bank staff fill rates and reduced agency spend, showcasing sector-leading innovation that ensures value for money and quality patient care.
The Trust also received high commendation in the Workforce Innovation category and was shortlisted for the Best Educational Programme for the NHS.
The HSJ Partnership Awards 2019, managed by the Health Service Journal, highlight outstanding collaborations between the NHS and private and third sectors, chosen through a competitive and rigorous judging process.