Once the undertaker has collected the body he will
leave a cheque for you with patient affairs to cover the cost of your time. This is colloquially
known as ‘ash cash’. The amount varies from region to region, but is usually
approximately £45–55. In some trusts a percentage is skimmed off, which goes
directly into the mess fund or, on rare occasions, all ash cash goes directly to the mess
fund (hard luck – I hope you get some good parties!
Once the undertaker has collected the body he will
leave a cheque for you with patient affairs to cover the cost of your time. This is colloquially
known as ‘ash cash’. The amount varies from region to region, but is usually
approximately £45–55. In some trusts a percentage is skimmed off, which goes
directly into the mess fund or, on rare occasions, all ash cash goes directly to the mess
fund (hard luck – I hope you get some good parties!