Knowledge & library services
Get Started Guide
the library
The Library is open 24/7
You can find the Library on Ground Floor, Werneth House. There are computers, study desks, study pods and a wellbeing area.
The Library is open 24/7 so you can use it whenever you need to. Use your staff ID badge to enter the library when Werneth House is closed, contact security to enable permission.
books
We have books on clinical topics, research, leadership and more. We also have wellbeing and fiction books.
Click the link to register for library membership. You will get an email when your library card is ready to collect.
Get a Library Card
How to borrow books
- Use the self-issue machine in the library
- Borrow up to 12 books at a time
- Loans are for 4 weeks with up to 5 automatic renewals
Find books
Search our library catalogue to find books and e-books.
Search Books
User Guide
journals and online resources
First, log in...
Get an OpenAthens password to access the library's online resources. It means you can use the resources anywhere and on any device.
Register for OpenAthens
Next, start your search...
Search for journal articles and other evidence resources in one place on the NHS Knowledge & Library Hub.
- Fast, easy access to full-text
- Includes journals, e-books and clinical decision support tools
- Advanced databases including Medline, Embase & CINAHL
Search Online Resources
User Guide
Popular resources
BMJ Best Practice
Oxford Handbooks
BMJ Case Reports
RoyalMarsden Manual
Can't find what you're looking for?
We can source full-text articles and books from our network of partner libraries.
Request an article/book
evidence searches
Did you know?
On average a librarian completes a thorough literature search 3 times faster than other colleagues.
We do evidence searches for new projects, policies, research, guidelines, audits and anything else that requires a review of current best-practice for evidence-based care. Searches are completed by experienced, professional librarians.
Request a Search
stay up to date
KnowledgeShare
Evidence updates help you stay up to date with new guidelines, research and policies. Get regular email alerts that are tailored to your role and interests. The updates focus on high-impact evidence to save you time.
Register for updates
Current awareness bulletins
Contact the Library team to receive any of our regular topic bulletins.
- AI in Healthcare
- Education
- Falls Prevention
- Making People Count
- QI Evidence Update
- Stroke
- Staff Research Publications
training
Boost your skills with our library training sessions
We run regular online sessions. Find dates and book a place on ESR. We can also arrange bespoke sessions. Contact us to arrange a 1-2-1, or to run a short session as part of your team meeting.
Health Literacy: communicate better with patients
Literature Searching Skills
Using Critical Appraisal Tools
Copilot Stay & Play
Introduction to AI
Writing for Publication
contact us
Any Questions?
Email the Library Team
Call the Library Team
QUICK LINKS
Library Catalogue Search books and ebooks
NHS Knowledge & Library Hub Search online resources
OpenAthens Get a password for online resources
KnowledgeShare Evidence updates SearchesTraining
feedback
Was this guide helpful?
Click the feedback button to let us know what you think!
Feedback
Home
Our clinical decision support tool for evidence-based information at the point of care. Download the app for mobile access.
Go to BMJ Best Practice
Trusted medical, nursing and specialist handbooks that you can read online for quick reference and clear explanations.
Search Oxford Handbooks
The gold standard text for evidence-based nursing care. Find reliable information and step-by-step procedures.
Go to Royal Marsden Manual
A route to publishing your case report in a peer-reviewed, Medline-indexed journal. You can submit unlimited cases for free through our institutional subscription.
Get in touch to find out more
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Knowledge & library services
Get Started Guide
the library
The Library is open 24/7
You can find the Library on Ground Floor, Werneth House. There are computers, study desks, study pods and a wellbeing area.
The Library is open 24/7 so you can use it whenever you need to. Use your staff ID badge to enter the library when Werneth House is closed, contact security to enable permission.
books
We have books on clinical topics, research, leadership and more. We also have wellbeing and fiction books.
Click the link to register for library membership. You will get an email when your library card is ready to collect.
Get a Library Card
How to borrow books
Find books
Search our library catalogue to find books and e-books.
Search Books
User Guide
journals and online resources
First, log in...
Get an OpenAthens password to access the library's online resources. It means you can use the resources anywhere and on any device.
Register for OpenAthens
Next, start your search...
Search for journal articles and other evidence resources in one place on the NHS Knowledge & Library Hub.
Search Online Resources
User Guide
Popular resources
BMJ Best Practice
Oxford Handbooks
BMJ Case Reports
RoyalMarsden Manual
Can't find what you're looking for?
We can source full-text articles and books from our network of partner libraries.
Request an article/book
evidence searches
Did you know?
On average a librarian completes a thorough literature search 3 times faster than other colleagues.
We do evidence searches for new projects, policies, research, guidelines, audits and anything else that requires a review of current best-practice for evidence-based care. Searches are completed by experienced, professional librarians.
Request a Search
stay up to date
KnowledgeShare
Evidence updates help you stay up to date with new guidelines, research and policies. Get regular email alerts that are tailored to your role and interests. The updates focus on high-impact evidence to save you time.
Register for updates
Current awareness bulletins
Contact the Library team to receive any of our regular topic bulletins.
training
Boost your skills with our library training sessions
We run regular online sessions. Find dates and book a place on ESR. We can also arrange bespoke sessions. Contact us to arrange a 1-2-1, or to run a short session as part of your team meeting.
Health Literacy: communicate better with patients
Literature Searching Skills
Using Critical Appraisal Tools
Copilot Stay & Play
Introduction to AI
Writing for Publication
contact us
Any Questions?
Email the Library Team
Call the Library Team
QUICK LINKS
Library Catalogue Search books and ebooks
NHS Knowledge & Library Hub Search online resources
OpenAthens Get a password for online resources
KnowledgeShare Evidence updates SearchesTraining
feedback
Was this guide helpful?
Click the feedback button to let us know what you think!
Feedback
Home
Our clinical decision support tool for evidence-based information at the point of care. Download the app for mobile access.
Go to BMJ Best Practice
Trusted medical, nursing and specialist handbooks that you can read online for quick reference and clear explanations.
Search Oxford Handbooks
The gold standard text for evidence-based nursing care. Find reliable information and step-by-step procedures.
Go to Royal Marsden Manual
A route to publishing your case report in a peer-reviewed, Medline-indexed journal. You can submit unlimited cases for free through our institutional subscription.
Get in touch to find out more