Induction for doctors

The Intensive Care Unit at Great Ormond Street Hospital is divided into Paediatric, Neonatal and Cardiac Intensive Care areas. In addition, trainees rotate to the Children’s Acute Transport Service (CATS) and the Intensive Care Outreach Network (ICON). This is a large, dynamic and busy unit and there is a wealth of learning opportunities. We expect you to participate fully in the day to day running of the unit and in the extensive teaching programme. Our belief is that in doing this you will get most out of your time with us.

This ICU induction page is designed to provide you information regarding our local (intensive care) induction programme. The details of the programme are listed below; please (Excel document, 17 KB) for details of dates for the year ahead.

Unfortunately, although it is a full programme, not everything can be covered in one day. All relevant information is provided by clicking on the links next to each timetabled session. We strongly advise you to have a look through this prior to your start date on the intensive care unit. No further information will be provided on the day.

The induction process is mandatory for all new starters and you must attend all timetabled sessions. Attendance at each session will be recorded and reported to your educational supervisor.

We do hope you enjoy your time with us and learn. If you have any problems or difficulties, we urge you to come forward and speak to one of us sooner rather than later so that we can address any issues and help you through your time on the intensive care unit.