Johnson, Emily

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Emily Johnson, MA, MCLIP, serves as the Deputy Knowledge Manager at University Hospitals Birmingham. She is an accomplished professional in library and knowledge services, holding an MA in the field along with the MCLIP accreditation. Her academic journey culminated in a research dissertation exploring the information needs of healthcare managers, which earned her the Aberystwyth University Prize for the highest overall distance learning postgraduate in 2022. Emily's extensive career, exceeding ten years, includes key roles within the healthcare library sector. She has worked as a Library Assistant at Dudley and Walsall Mental Health NHS Trust, a Librarian at Solihull Hospital, and an Outreach Librarian and Site Manager at Good Hope Hospital, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. In 2021, she embraced the role of Project Manager for the HeLM consortium's formation under NHS England. As a recognised leader, Emily was listed among CILIP's 125 future leaders in the profession. Her research interests are diverse, covering library staff professional development, library management systems, evidence-based management, artificial intelligence, and targeted marketing strategies for healthcare libraries. Her contributions are highlighted by her presentations at the HLG75 and HLG 2024 Conferences. Her expertise and dedication to knowledge management and library services make her a key contributor to University Hospitals Birmingham, where she continues to foster innovation and enhance library and information services.

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    Collaborating to use iPads as a therapeutic resource
    (CILIP, 2016-12) Dhanda, Kal; Johnson, Emily; Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
    A collaborative project to introduce iPads as a therapeutic resource at Dudley and Walsall Mental Health Partnership highlights the valuable role that library services can play alongside clinical and non-clinical departments, explain Kal Dhanda and Emily Johnson.
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    Learning from HeLM: what a project manager can achieve in 6 months
    (University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, 2022-10-14) Johnson, Emily; Doyle, Andy; University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; Library; Admin and Clerical; Johnson, Emily
    A review of the first 6 months of the Health Libraries Midlands (HeLM) consortium project.
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    Providing evidence that impacts on patient care
    (CILIP, 2017-07) Campbell, Andrew; Dhanda, Kal; Johnson, Emily; Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
    Andrew Campbell, Kal Dhanda and Emily Johnson explain how the pharmacy team at an NHS mental health trust use library services to provide evidence that impacts on patient care.
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    Empowering Evidence-Based Practice: Collaborating to Create Critically Appraised Topic (CAT) Groups
    (University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, 2024-06-20) Johnson, Emily; Yates, Stephen; Chakraborty, Semanti; Walsh, Laura; Bloxham, Christopher; University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Library; Admin and Clerical; Johnson, Emily; Yates, Stephen; Chakraborty, Semanti; Walsh, Laura; Bloxham, Christopher
    This poster describes the collaborative development and transition of Critically Appraised Topic (CAT) groups within University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) NHS Trust. Traditionally facilitated by Keele University, CAT groups empower healthcare professionals to critically evaluate research evidence for improved patient care. Recognising the value of CATs, UHB Libraries partnered with Keele to establish a sustainable, in-house program. The initial phase involved collaboration with Keele. Librarians delivered introductory sessions on evidence-based practice (EBP) and PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome) framework. Working alongside healthcare teams, librarians assisted in formulating focused clinical questions using the PICO framework. Additionally, librarians provided guidance on completing literature search forms and conducting comprehensive searches using agreed-upon keywords and MeSH terms. The project's next step involves UHB Libraries assuming full responsibility for facilitating CAT sessions. This transition fosters cost-effectiveness for the Trust while fostering a deeper integration of library services into the EBP process. Librarians will leverage their expertise in EBP and information retrieval to guide healthcare professionals through all stages of the CAT process. This includes: Introductory Sessions: Librarians will introduce CAT methodology, highlighting its benefits for informing clinical decision-making. PICO Development: Interactive workshops will equip participants with skills to formulate well-structured clinical questions using the PICO framework. Literature Searching: Librarians will provide hands-on training on navigating relevant databases and developing efficient search strategies using pre-determined keywords. Critical Appraisal: Guidance will be offered on critically evaluating the methodological quality and clinical relevance of identified research articles. Synthesis and Implementation: Support will be provided in summarising findings, drawing conclusions, and identifying potential implications for practice. By assuming a leading role in facilitating CAT groups, UHB Libraries aim to achieve the following objectives: Empowerment: Equip healthcare professionals with the skills necessary to independently conduct CATs, fostering a culture of EBP within the Trust. Sustainability: Establish a self-sufficient CAT program within UHB, ensuring ongoing access to this valuable tool for evidence-informed practice. Cost-Effectiveness: Eliminate external facilitation costs, making CATs a more financially feasible approach for continuous improvement in patient care. Integration: Deepen the role of Library services within the Trust's EBP infrastructure, positioning librarians as key partners in knowledge translation and clinical decision-making. This collaborative initiative demonstrates the potential for library services to actively contribute to evidence-based healthcare. By empowering healthcare teams with CAT skills, UHB Libraries contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improved patient outcomes within the Trust.
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    Developing the next generation of librarians: band 4/5 librarian post at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB)
    (University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, 2022-10-14) Parker, Richard; Johnson, Emily; Chakraborty, Semanti; Boddice, Beth; Summers, Lotty; University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Library; Admin and Clerical; Parker, Richard; Johnson, Emily; Chakraborty, Semanti; Boddice, Beth; Summers, Lotty
    The rationale behind introducing a development librarian post at UHB and the success stories resulting from it.