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Welcome to all new NHS staff - learn more about your library service

 Welcome to all new NHS staff. I'm sure the first few months will be busy and a little daunting.

Please take a few moments to complete our online Library Induction and learn how we can help you to settle in and support your ongoing work and career.

Montage of photos showing NHS staff at work
Photos of NHS staff at work

You can:

  • Join the library
  • Register for your OpenAthens account
  • Learn about key resources
  • Access full-text
  • Learn more about training opportunities and how we can help you to develop your information skills
  • Ask us to find evidence for you

The tutorial Is available to ALL our NHS staff – staff working for UHNM, North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare, Clinical Commissioning Groups in Staffordshire and GPs and GP practice staff within Staffordshire. It includes:

  • Frequently asked questions
  • Short videos
  • Links to get you started

Let us help you to deliver the best patient care. Complete our online NHS Library Induction tutorial to find out how.

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