Our Values

Our Values – Helping you to THRIVE

At Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, our values underpin everything we do, allowing us to achieve our vision – to attract the best people, value and develop them, so that the teams they work in deliver outstanding care to our patients.

We recruit based on our values, too. This allows us to find the very best people for our organisation.

Read a little more about our THRIVE values below…

Teamwork – Honesty – Respect – Inclusivity – (and) Valuing People – (which leads to) Excellence

T – Teamwork

We work mindfully and collaboratively to create a well-organised, professional, and supportive atmosphere that achieves the best possible outcomes for all.

H – Honesty & Openness

We are open, authentic and have integrity and in all we do, reflecting on our actions to improve the quality of care and experience we deliver.

R – Respect

We respect colleagues, patients and carers by actively listening, responding, and providing everyone with a voice to create a positive work atmosphere.

I – Inclusivity

We are fair and inclusive, giving access for all by considering and valuing difference and appreciating the diversity within our community and workforce.

V – Valuing People

We value patients, colleagues and carers as individuals by showing care and empathy, working to create a culture where we look after each other’s wellbeing.

E – Excellence

We share knowledge, information and support each other to develop, innovate and learn. Always looking at ways we can improve the care, safety and experience of our patients and the sustainability of our hospitals.