BSSNG ICB ReSPECT Form is Now Available Across England via NRL

Since early 2022, the Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) area has been pioneering digital healthcare innovation by implementing a digital Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment (ReSPECT) form in collaboration with Black Pear Software.

Key Highlights

• Over 8,500 digital forms integrated with local healthcare services
• Accessible through the National Record Locator (NRL) system
• Enables clinicians to access patient care preferences across NHS and social care settings
• Particularly beneficial for South West Ambulance Service (SWAST)

Expert Perspectives

Dr. Andrew Appleton (BSSNG ReSPECT Form Lead)

"We have been developing an electronic shared end of life care plan viewable by all clinicians in our health and care community."

Dr. David Jehring (Black Pear CEO)

"We are delighted to announce the successful integration of the NRL into the already comprehensive BSSNG service."

Impact

The implementation aims to reduce inappropriate hospital admissions and ensure patients receive care in their preferred location, improving both patient outcomes and system efficiency.