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BWFH Pulse Now Available in 150 Languages
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital’s I CARE Award recognizes staff members from all areas of the hospital who go above and beyond their regular job responsibilities to make BWFH a great place to work and receive care. Brigham and Women’s Primary Physicians’ Medical Assistant Janet Bakas was a recent recipient of an I CARE Award after receiving praise from a patient. Read more.
Almost all families will be faced with the need to address eldercare. However, getting older is about more than disease, medications and burden. Eldercare expert Barbara Moscowitz, LICSW, Founder and Associate Director of Education and Support at the MGH Dementia Care Collaborative, suggests that the best way to thrive in older age is through advance planning, honest discussion and respect for how older family members want to live their lives. Read more.
Join us on Tuesday, November 23 from 4 to 5 pm in Huvos Auditorium for George Chappell’s Celebration of Life. During George’s 6 years of service in the Mass General Brigham family, he touched the lives of many, and we invite you to join us in remembrance, honor, and celebration of his life. If you’re unable to make it in person, you can join via Zoom by clicking this link: https://partners.zoom.us/j/87809537138
While November may be the Thanksgiving season, it’s never too early to let your teammates know you are grateful for them. “Snaps” is a new employee recognition tool for employees at Mass General Brigham. It may seem like a small gesture, but these “Snaps” are validating and mighty. People do great work here every day, so let’s share it. Send your colleagues “Snaps” to let them know they are appreciated.
Please help us support children in need this holiday season. Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital’s Police and Security Department will be accepting toys through Wednesday, December 15. Drop off a new, unwrapped, non-violent toy at the 1st or 3rd floor Information Desk. All toys will be donated to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots program. For more information, please call 617-983-7677.
The Mass General Brigham Where We Work toolkit is designed to equip both managers and employees with resources to work effectively and efficiently while remote or in hybrid models. Click here to access the toolkit.
Recently, Mass General Brigham launched the Know the Line portal, a comprehensive website dedicated to addressing inappropriate workplace behavior and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all. If you witness or are subject to behavior that could be considered harassment, bullying or discrimination, as defined by our policies, the portal allows you to submit information directly to Human Resources so that the team can assess the situation and take timely, appropriate and responsive action.
At Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital, our Operating Room nurses are highly skilled and committed to advocating for their patients. Now is your chance to join them! We’re looking for registered nurses who want to explore a new career path here at BWFH. We’re offering comprehensive on-the-job training through the Association of Peri Operative Registered Nurses’ Periop 101 core curriculum. And, with 20 percent of nurses working in the perioperative specialty expected to retire in the next five years, a career in the OR will ensure your skills are in demand in the coming years. If you’re interested in exploring the next phase of your career, contact Interim Nurse Director Mary Catherine West before Tuesday, November 30 for a potential start date on Monday, Jan 3.
The Clinical Process Improvement Leadership Program is designed to facilitate the development of competencies needed by interprofessional frontline care teams across Mass General Brigham to actively lead and participate in clinical process improvement efforts. The programs runs for four days over four months: January through June of 2022. Applications are due Friday, November 19. For more information, click here. Questions? Email cpip@partners.org.
Update to require use of facility-issued facemask when using a PAPR to comply with Universal Mask Policy; per public health guidance, PAPRs are not considered source control. For more information, visit The Pulse.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends booster shots for certain people who received the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. There are now booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. Eligible individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Visit the CDC website for full details regarding their recommendation.
The quickest, easiest way to get a COVID-19 vaccination, including a booster shot, is in your local community. There are many sites, including CVS and Walgreens, offering free booster shots. You can search vaccines.gov, visit Mass.gov or Vaccines.nh.gov to find a location near you. You can also text your zip code to 438829 or call 1-800-232-0233 to find a location.
Mass General Brigham is also offering booster shots to employees who are eligible per the CDC’s recommendation. Eligible employees may schedule their booster shot appointment at a Mass General Brigham location via COVID Pass. Learn more by viewing this tip sheet or on The Pulse.
Managing the Impact of Critical Incidents: Helping Build Workplace Resilience
Tuesday, November 16
1 to 1:45 pm
From Your Desktop
Virtual Schwartz Rounds: When Things Are Not as They Seem
Wednesday, November 17
12 noon to 1 pm
From Your Desktop
Fourth Annual Stepping Strong Trauma Research and Innovation Symposium
Thursday, November 18
2:30 to 6 pm
From Your Desktop
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Lung Cancer Screening Webinar
Wednesday, November 17
8 to 9 am
Via Zoom
Mass General Brigham Town Hall
Wednesday, November 17
4 to 5 pm
From Your Desktop
De-Escalation Recert/Initial Training
Friday, November 19
8 am to 12 noon
From Your Desktop
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital’s Emerging Leaders Committee invites you to attend a Q&A with Vice President of Clinical Services Susan Dempsey. Susan will discuss her background, education and career steps, and offer advice and insight into a career in healthcare to any early careerists. Registration is required for the in-person session in the Sadowsky Conference Room as seats are limited. To sign up, email Katie Plante or join via Zoom. A link will be shared closer to the event date (no registration required to join via Zoom).
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