We're here to bring you the evidence you need

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Library & Knowledge Service is here to support all NHS staff in Rotherham. ​
Find out more about our services using the menus above or the quick links and QR codes below. Check out our pages to help you find the evidence you need and to help you to keep you on top of developments in your clinical or work areas. ​

Visiting/ opening times

Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm - self service at other times
Located on Floor D in the hospital near the Medical education Corridor.

Contact

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01709 427139
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[email protected]
Register by clicking the link above to join the Library or scan the QR code.  You can search borrow and reserve items from across the Yorkshire region within the NHS and access all library services.  Please see our joining the Library page for more information

FAQ's - no question is too small!

How do I join the Library?
It's quick, simple and free - just scan the QR code below
do i get a library card whan I join the library?
No - although you can get a membership barcode - which you can stick to your staff card - this will allow you to use the self service facilities. Once you have joined online please visit the library in staffed hours to collect your barcode.  
do you have a printer?
Yes - you will need your staff card to access your printing.  If it's the first time you have used the printer - you will need to sign in with your username and password the first time. 
how do I access the library out of hours?
Access is via your staff card - 24/7.  Please check your card is enabled - if not you can ask Estates to add access to the Library on your card.
how do I book a room or a study pod?
You can book on the room booking system located on the Hub.  Go to:
  • Links to Systems and Applications
  • Room Bookings
  • Enter username and password
    • Username: Bookwise 
    • Password: R00ms
  • Choose your preferred date, time and room
  • Click Request - you will then be asked to confirm your booking
  • You will receive an email notification once you request has been accepted or declined.
How do I borrow books in unstaffed hours?
Use the self service area - you will need your library membership barcode to scan - you can then check out and return books

Quick Links - What do you need today?

Searching: Health and Care Evidence
OpenAthens is a secure log in system that gives you access to electronic resources including books, journals, databases and apps. Your OpenAthens account is a vital tool to enable evidence based practice in the NHS and All NHS staff are eligible 
Access high quality knowledge and evidence resources in one place. Scan the code, click Knowledge & Library Hub or use the search box below.  You will need a OpenAthens account access content 
Search for books held both at Rotherham and across the Yorkshire region or login with your library barcode number to manage and view your library account.  Click the link above or scan below to access on mobile devices.
We offer a searching service to get the best evidence for you
KnowledgeShare is a service that connects you to regular evidence updates, covering many aspects of healthcare and healthcare management.  They are  tailored to your areas of professional interest. 
Dynamed and BMJ Best Practice are point of care tools that provide summaries of current evidence about interventions used to prevent and treat clinical conditions. 
Databases contain references to journal articles, guidelines, manuscripts, dissertations and book chapters.  An NHS Athens password is required to access some content.  Training can be provided 

Who we are and what we do

Our aim is to deliver high quality information to support patient care, commissioning, policy-making, public health, learning and development and research. You can find out more about our work and our vision in our strategy and our annual reviews: ​