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Based on information we have received from The Joint Commission, we expect a survey team to arrive in the next several weeks for our accreditation survey. Contact Executive Director of Clinical Compliance Christi Barney at 617-983-7449 with questions.
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital has named León Sánchez, MD, as the new Chief of Emergency Medicine, effective December 1, 2020. Dr. Sánchez succeeds Dr. Luis Lobón, who has graciously agreed to stay on in his leadership role until the arrival of Dr. Sanchez.
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital’s I CARE Award recognizes staff members who go above and beyond their regular job responsibilities to make BWFH a great place to work and receive care. The Rewards and Recognition Committee has delivered I CARE Awards to staff members from throughout the hospital. Nominate a colleague today
Stop by BWFH's cafeteria on Thursday, August 27, during lunch or dinner and find a variety of summer barbecue items for purchase. Entrées include BBQ chicken wings and spare ribs with brown sugar rub. Grill specials include Italian sausage and chili cheese dogs and a vegetarian special will be a grilled Tandoori Impossible Burger. The action station will feature a New England lobster roll and side orders include corn on the cob, cole slaw, watermelon and potato salad. For a full menu, including prices, click here.
Mass General Brigham Workforce Development (WFD) is pleased to offer an Online College Preparation Program (OCPP) free of charge to our employees’ family members and friends to help support their online learning journey. Many high school graduates are now facing remote learning options as they start college, so WFD is delighted to provide this opportunity to high school seniors and recent high school graduates. More than 1,700 employees have participated in this program that increases student confidence, competence and acts as a simulation experience for online learning. The OCPP includes three courses: Online Readiness, Time Management and Study Skills. Learn more and encourage teens to register by the September 4 deadline.
The Mass General Brigham Quality and Patient Experience department invites you to attend the 5th Annual Quality & Safety Symposium “Improving Quality & Safety During COVID-19” on September 16, from 8 am – 2 pm. Learn more and get details to register in advance. Continuing Professional Development credits will be available.
Some experts say the mental health impact from COVID may be the next pandemic. Resources on mental health and well-being can be found on the COVID-19 section of The Pulse. If you or a household member are struggling with mental health issues, substance use disorders or any personal or work-related concern, please call the free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at 1-866-724-4EAP to speak with a counselor.
The Occupational Health Call Center has resumed weekend hours and will now be available for employees on both Saturdays and Sundays from 8 am – 4:30 pm to meet the increased employee need for COVID-19 testing required by the Massachusetts Travel Order. This order requires that employees who travel to areas that are higher risk for COVID-19 than Massachusetts either:
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From Compassion Satisfaction to Compassion Fatigue and Back Again
Tuesday, August 25
3 to 4 pm
EAP Webinar
Mini-Session: Self-Forgiveness
Wednesday, August 26
12 noon to 12:10 pm
EAP Webinar
De-Escalation RECERTIFICATION Training (AVADE, Trauma Informed Care, CO, Restraint/Seclusion, Care of the Suicidal Patient)
Thursday, August 27
3 to 7 pm
Tynan 2 Conference Room
De-Escalation Training (AVADE, Trauma Informed Care, CO, Restraint/Seclusion, Care of the Suicidal Patient)
Friday, August 28
8 am to 4 pm
Huvos Auditorium
Mini-Session: Autogenic Training - Self Relaxation
Friday, August 28
12 noon to 12:10 pm
EAP Webinar
Mini-Session: Hand Meditation
Monday, August 31
12 noon to 12:10 pm
EAP Webinar
Preparing for the New School Year
Wednesday, September 2
12 noon to 1 pm
EAP Webinar
Mini-Session: Entrenamiento Autógeno
Thursday, September 3
12 noon to 12:10 pm
EAP Webinar
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