📢 Big changes may be coming to Gorseinon Hospital! Due to “safety concerns” linked to staffing issues, there’s a proposal to move every inpatient bed from Gorseinon to Singleton Hospital. This change means relocating the ‘step down’ beds, which help patients transition from hospital care to their homes.
The Swansea Bay University Health Board says they’re looking into how to address these safety worries by transferring the beds to utilise available space at Singleton. They believe this shift will help staff access better support and manage pressures more effectively.
For the dedicated staff at Gorseinon, this news has not been easy to digest. Many are expressing feelings of frustration and concern over the sudden announcement. With the proposed move, staff have raised questions about how the change will really solve the problems at hand and how it will affect their personal lives, including family commitments and travel logistics.
These beds serve a broad community, and the final decision on this proposal is expected later this month. It’s clear that Gorseinon Hospital holds a special place in the hearts of its staff and the community. While the inpatient ward could see changes, other services at Gorseinon aren’t expected to be impacted.
Stay tuned for more updates as the situation develops! 🏥💬