Laxton library induction

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Introduction to Laxton library, your local NHS library


Contact us

Laxton Library, Dep. no. 401a, Learning Centre (core A),Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ.

Tel: 01733 678081

Email:[email protected]

Web page: www.eel.nhs.uk/laxton


Main menu1. What do I need to do to use library servic

es?

2. How do I find books?3. How do I borrow books?4. How to search and access online informa

tion?

5. What services does the library offer?


Register with the library

• Fill in a registration form and submit to library staff. Forms can be downloaded and completed before visiting the library.

• You will be given an ID and PIN. Use these on – The self-issue system (to borrow, renew ..)– www.elms.nhs.uk (to check account or renew)

http://www.eel.nhs.uk/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=bx1Vm48TiIU%3D&tabid=3062&mid=5966&forcedownload=true

http://www.elms.nhs.uk/


Be familiar with Library rules

• 6 books can be borrowed for a period of 4 weeks. Loans can be renewed once, but items can be recalled at any time.

• The Library rules are to ensure fair and effective access for all. They are displayed in the library.


Finding books

Search the online catalogue at www.elms.nhs.uk or

Browse the shelves or

Ask Library staff


Words or phrase is the most flexible search.

Choose to search Laxton Library Peterborough

https://www.elms.nhs.uk/


Note the classmark and availability

Classmark is

WH 100 HOF

It’s available for reference

We use the National Library of Medicine classification:


BF – PN Various E.g. Education LB 1049

WH Haemic & lymphatic systems

WR Dermatology

Q-QZ Preclinical sciences, including anatomy, physiology

WI Digestive system WS Paediatrics

W Health professions, e.g. Medical education at W 21

WJ Urogenital system WT Geriatrics. Chronic disease

WA Public health WK Endocrine system WU Dentistry. Oral surgery

WB Practice of medicine, e.g. main textbooks are at WB 100

WL Nervous system WV Otolaryngology

WC Communicable diseases WM Psychiatry WW Ophthalmology

WD Disorders of systemic, metabolic, environmental origin

WN Radiology, diagnostic imaging

WX Hospital and other Health facilities. E.g. Health management WX 150

WE Musculoskeletal system WO Surgery WY Nursing

WF Respiratory system WP Gynaecology WZ History of medicine

WG Cardiovascular system WQ Obstetrics


The self-issue system lets you borrow, renew and return books


Scan the barcode of your ID badge

If your card does not work, enter your Library ID (in capital letters)


Enter your PIN


Place the books on the wooden surface and remove them after the system processes them.

You can print a receipt to confirm the transaction and for the due date.

Returning booksTo return books no login is necessary but process each book individually, and place in black slot.A green dropbox is also located in the main atrium beside the ATM.

Using the self-issue system ..


Library services

Opening hours Searching & accessing online information Interlibrary loans and document delivery Training offered by the library Facilities


Opening hours

Laxton Library is staffed

•9am-5pm Monday-Thursday•9am-4pm Friday

24 hour access can be requested at the library service desk.


Searching & accessing online information

Register (at an NHS computer) for an Athens account at:http://tinyurl.com/athensreg

Set up your password using the email sent to you.

You can then access e-journals, e-books and databases.

1. Go to www.evidence.nhs.uk & click Journals and Databases

2. Log in with your Athens ID and password3. Start using the databases etc. Training is available to

help you locate and access information. Training guides can be downloaded.


Useful web sites

• www.eel.nhs.uk for links to databases, resource guides and more

• www.eel.nhs.uk/laxton for details of your local NHS library


Library trainingLibrary Information Skills TrainingYou will learn how to find and access high quality online information using major healthcare databases. For dates of upcoming training sessions see the library web page.

Critical AppraisalThis is usually arranged for groups. Contact us for more information.


Interlibrary loans & document delivery

For books or articles which are not available locally or online, library staff can request them from other libraries on your behalf. There is a limit of 3 per week per member.Please avail of this service sensibly, as though it is free to library members, it incurs costs. You should be able to check whether items are available using the library catalogue or your athens password.


Facilities• 16 study carrels with 16 PCs.• Software available includes Microsoft Office, SPSS,

SmartDraw, and Medical Masterclass.• A Black and white printer is free to use, but you must

bring your own paper. The library sells 30 A4 pages for £1. Make sure to connect to the correct printer.

• A colour scanner is available.• A photocopier also scans and sends documents to an

email address. For copies of student notes and material from the library we will supply a card. For other or personal purposes we sell photocopy cards.

• Study spaces.• A bookable group discussion room.