Developed by King’s and Connaught in 2016, SLEWS is a standardized documentation tool designed to support the recording of vital signs and detect deteriorating patients. It generates a numerical score that indicates how sick a patient is, correlating to an escalation pathway that allows senior nurses and medical teams to prioritize the most unwell patients. Recently revamped and revised, SLEWS is now embedded in Connaught’s documentation for all patients across all wards, with training conducted by the Connaught team.

To expand the benefits of SLEWS and other best practices, Connaught Hospital has launched a clinical mentorship and leadership exchange program. This program, starting today, involves Medical Superintendents and Matrons-in-charge from Makeni Regional Hospital, Kenema Government Hospital, Moyamba Government Hospital, and Kambia Government Hospital. The initiative will be extended to other hospitals in phases.

The leadership of Connaught Hospital expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Health, King’s Sierra Leone Partnership, and all other partners and staff for their support in this endeavor. “We are committed to making Connaught Hospital a beacon of healthcare in the country,” said Dr. Mark Kapuwa, Connaught hospital Care Manager.

In attendance: The Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer MoH Matron Mary Fullah, King’s leadership, Connaught management and leadership from the 4 hospitals.

By sharing its experience and expertise, Connaught Hospital aims to enhance the quality of care across Sierra Leone, ensuring that more patients receive timely and effective treatment. This rollout marks a significant step towards strengthening the country’s healthcare system and improving patient outcomes nationwide.