Pulse Employee Newsletter - September 29, 2020 - Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

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Grateful Patient Thanks BWFH Staff for Second Chance at Life

Kris, a patient at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital’s Center for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, recently shared her amazing progress in our weight loss program and her gratitude for the hard work that her surgeon, Dr. Scott Shikora, and our staff have done to ensure that all program participants stay connected and motivated during the COVID-19 pandemic:

“My team has literally given me a second chance at life. When I first walked through the door in February 2016, I weighed 541 pounds. I’m still a work-in-progress and lean heavily on the gifted members of your program, but my weight is now down to 265 pounds. Your program is filled with rock star professionals who work so hard to help us and guide us into our new lives. They all go above and beyond for us!”

More News

Virtual Nursing Awards to be Broadcast Wednesday, September 30 at 11 am

Join Chief Nursing Officer Cori Loescher and BWFH President David McCready, along with other members of nursing leadership on Wednesday, September 30 as we present our annual nursing awards! Watch the ceremony live

School Supply Drive for Students in Need

This year, many students of all ages are struggling to adjust between in-person and hybrid learning models and are in dire need of essential education supplies. In collaboration with the City of Boston Mayor's Love Your Block team, BWFH’s Community Health and Wellness Department is collecting new school supplies to help students succeed. There will be drop off days outside the cafeteria in the weeks ahead, or you can contact Katie Plante to pick up your donations directly from your office. For a list of needed supplies, click here. Gift cards and monetary donations (checks can be made payable to "Make Boston Shine Trust") are also greatly appreciated.

NEW! Two More Employee Flu Clinics Added!

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital will hold two additional employee flu clinics on the following dates and times near the chapel by the third-floor entrance:

Thursday, October 1, from 7 am – 12 noon
Thursday, October 8, from 7 am – 12 noon

Mass General Brigham requires that all employees, including those working remotely, receive a flu vaccine by November 13, 2020, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption.

And new this week, Mass General Brigham’s Chief Clinical Officer, Gregg Meyer, MD, weighs in on why everyone systemwide needs to get a flu shot, now more than ever.

Recognize a Colleague with an I CARE Award

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

Update Your Information in PeopleSoft By October 1

Are your mailing and email addresses up-to-date in PeopleSoft? Open Enrollment for your 2021 employee benefits will take place October 26 to November 13. We want to ensure that you receive the information you need to make the right decisions for you and your family. Please make any needed updates in PeopleSoft by October 1. To check your information:

Access PeopleSoft at: https://ibridge.partners.org
Log on using your Partners network ID and password. If you are logging in from offsite, you will be asked to enter a code sent to your mobile phone via text.
Click the myDetails
To update your home and mailing addresses:
Click Addresses, then click on each address to update as needed.
To update your email address:
Click Contact Details, then click Email Address to update as needed.

If you make any changes, make sure to click Save in the upper right-hand corner.

While You Are There, Choose to Go Paperless!

Did you know you can opt out of receiving printed materials during fall benefits Open Enrollment? To sign up for “electronic only” 2021 Open Enrollment materials via PeopleSoft Employee Self Service, log on to PeopleSoft and click MyBenefits, then Paperless HR. Those who opt out will receive electronic copies of Open Enrollment materials delivered to their preferred email address listed in PeopleSoft. Materials also will be available on Ask myHR. Questions? Please submit a request or call the HR Support Center at 1-833-Ask-MyHR (1-833-275-6947) for assistance.

Save the Date

De-Escalation RECERTIFICATION Training (AVADE, Trauma Informed Care, CO, Restraint/Seclusion, Care of the Suicidal Patient)
Wednesday, September 30
3 to 7 pm
Tynan 2 Conference Room

EAP Mini-Session: Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation
Wednesday, September 30
12 noon to 12:10 pm
EAP Webinar

Switching Off: Preventing Digital Burnout
Thursday, October 1
1 to 2 pm
EAP Webinar

Body Scan Meditation
Friday, October 2
12 to 12:10 pm
EAP Webinar Mini-Session

Keeping Debt Under Control During a Crisis
Friday, October 2
12:30 to 1 pm
EAP Webinar

Part One: Supporting Employees During COVID-19
Tuesday, October 6
10 to 10:45 am
EAP Webinar

Identity Theft During a Pandemic
Wednesday, October 7
12 noon to 1 pm
EAP Webinar

Active Shooter Preparedness Training
Thursday, October 8
7:30 to 8 am
Huvos Auditorium

De-Escalation Training (AVADE, Trauma Informed Care, CO, Restraint/Seclusion, Care of the Suicidal Patient)
Friday, October 9
8 am to 4 pm
Huvos Auditorium

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
Friday, October 9
12 noon to 1 pm
EAP Webinar

Pulse Employee Newsletter - September 29, 2020