"Excellent care from Ward 210 at the RIE"

I was admitted into hospital earlier this month prior to having surgery for my endometriosis. On arrival to the ward everyone was very pleasant and welcoming. One of the student nurses Jodie was efficient in admitting me, doing my obs and making sure I was comfortable. Everything that was happening the night before surgery was carefully explained to me by the staff nurse Gillian. She really made me feel less anxious about the surgery and all the prep beforehand. On the day of surgery I had the surgical team come to see me and everything was explained and they made sure I was happy before proceeding. The anaesthetists were brilliant as I was being given the GA they kept me distracted by chatting to me and I was more relaxed this time round than my previous surgery! Next thing I know I wake up in recovery and the nurses were fab giving me painkillers and antiemetics so I was kept comfortable. When I was taken back to the ward I was looked after by Student Nurse Rhona and I think the staff nurses name was Joanne (can't remember but she was really lovely! ) They really did keep making sure I wasn't in too much pain and if I needed anything at all. I really liked the continuity of care in this ward as the night post op I had Gillian looking after me again and when requesting pain relief I was given it quickly and was asked how I was doing at certain points and if my pain was manageable. She did regular checks and made sure I was okay and I felt really cared for. The nursing assistants were lovely too and were always there if you needed assistance with anything. I was discharged 2 days later and I'm really happy with the care I received in the ward. Thank you to everyone - I really wanted this to be recognised and shared with the ward as they deserve the positive feedback and they're a fab team 😊