CHFT Staff App Privacy Notice

What's happening?

We have a new CHFT Staff App which will have a range of new features for you to use. You can find out about the new features by reading the new features section below.

The new app version will require you to login using your Trust login (using your usual log in details). When the new app has been updated you'll be asked to enter your Trust email and password associated with this. You may have to use two factor to verify which can be done via the usual methods.

Once you've logged in with your Trust email, you'll then be required to fill in a brief on boarding form so the Communications team can give you the best user experience.

If you are unable to access your Trust email account please contact communications@cht.nhs.uk with your full name and works email address where we'll add you to the app manually.

Do I need to download a new app?

Yes you will need to download the new version. There will be a download link on the old app where you can easily download it. There will also be communications across the Trust on how to download the new version. The easiest way will be to download it via the current app if you have it. 

How do I login?

The app will now require staff to login via their Trust email. Once you click the 'log in with hospital e-mail details' button a pop up will appear where you'll need to enter your Trust email and password associated with this account. Once authenticated you'll need to complete a brief on boarding form in order to get the best experience from the new version.

If you are unable to access your Trust email account please contact communications@cht.nhs.uk with your full name and works email address where we'll add you to the app manually.

How do I access the web version?

You can access the web version via this web link or QR code (ARK to supply weblink), you will still need to login using your NHS email and password with this account. You can then bookmark the link to your device

New Features

• Recognition - you'll be able to thank a colleague within the platform from a range of options such as Great Work, Giving Back, Helping Others, Something Special
• App Feeds - You'll be able to see what's going on across the Trust from the Communications teams and also from the groups you part of. You'll also be able to see things that other users have posted onto the feeds.
• Groups - You can join different groups for example there may be a running club where you can find out when the latest weekend run may be. Or a Book club along with the next dates and book suggestions from colleagues.
• Noticeboard improvements - The current app support the buying / selling of items via the app. This has been advanced where you can delete your item once it's been sold or no longer available. Users can also comment on post you submit if they're interested.
• Trust Events - you'll see events that are only applicable to your groups you're in.
• User posts - You'll be able to send post e.g. 'when is payday' and a fellow user will be able to assist you.
• App search - Within the explore section, there is an area called Knowledgebase, this is where the current app content will live. You can use the search bar to find what you're looking for.
• Web version - You can also access the app on a desktop / computer / tablet device. The web login link will be supplied when the launch happens.

How do I access current content in the new version?

The current app content will move into a place called 'Knowledgebase' where all the essentials information will live. You'll be able to access it by clicking on the Explore tab and selecting Knowledgebase which will display all the current content.