Employee Newsletter Don't Miss It - August 30, 2022 (2023)

Joint Committee Prep Tip: Keep exits clear of boxes and clutter to ensure a safe and quick exit

Ready to speak with a reviewer from The Joint Commission during our initial accreditation search? For help with preparation, visit the ongoing preparation pageBWFHconnect (employee intranet).

This month in pictures

If you would like to submit a photo to This Month in Photos, please emailbwfhinfo@partners.org. We accept photos from all areas of BWFH, including celebrations and individual or group events.Check out this month's gallery >

After losing his hand, the first patient to undergo a new amputation in an acute scenario is ready to make waves again

First performed by the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital in Matthew Carty, MD, the Ewing amputation is now used in acute situations.keep readingabout the world's first patient to lose an upper extremity due to a traumatic injury to undergo this new procedure.

Departments work together to ensure that patients' belongings remain safe during their hospital stay

Whether it's a cell phone, wallet, wedding ring or hearing aid, many of us count it among the most important possessions we take with us everywhere. But what if you go to the hospital? What if one of those valuables is lost? It's a problem that the Patient Experience Department at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital has been grappling with for some time, and with the help of the Performance Improvement Team, they hope to improve it in the future.keep reading.

Performance Improvement Consultant Gains CPIP Insights in System-Wide Retreat

The Mass General Brigham Clinical Process Improvement Leadership Program is a team-based, interprofessional training program open to physicians, nurses, other physicians, and system-wide administrators. Taught by members of the performance improvement team, the program aims to provide participants with the tools they need to evaluate and improve a process at their own institution. At the end of the last CPIP session, the IP team gathered for a retreat to assess the success of the session and plan the next one. Among the attendees was Cate Raftery, a performance improvement consultant at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital.keep reading.

Respiratory therapist receives I CARE award

The Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital I CARE Award recognizes employees from all areas of the hospital who go above and beyond their normal work duties to make BWFH a great place to work and provide care. Respiratory therapist Jean Mahoney was recently awarded the I CARE Award.keep reading.

DAISY Nurse Leader Award: Submit your nomination by September 20

As the healthcare landscape becomes more complex and the demands on nurse leaders increase, we believe that those who create an environment of compassion and appreciation for others deserve to be recognized. That's why we're asking you to nominate exceptional nurse leaders you know for the DAISY Nurse Leader Award. At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, nursing leaders include directors of nursing, supervisors of nursing, nurse educators, and program managers in the Department of Nursing. Entries will be accepted until Tuesday, September 20th. Patients, visitors, nurses, physicians, and staff can nominate a deserving nursing executiveHere.

Policy Reminder: BWFH is a fragrance-free workplace

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital strives to be a fragrance-free workplace. The hospital's philosophy is to provide a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, visitors and volunteers. The Hospital recognizes that exposure to strong odors and fragrances in the workplace can cause discomfort and directly affect the health of sensitive individuals. Therefore, for everyone's well-being and health, the following products are prohibited at all BWFH locations: the use of fragrances and scented products (except low-perfume personal care products), cleaning products, perfumes and room deodorants. To read the full policy, clickHere.

There is no shuttle service on Monday, September 5th.

In honor of the Labor Day holiday, shuttle service will not be offered on Monday, September 5th. Employees are encouraged to make alternative transportation arrangements. If you wish to drive, your Employee ID will give you access to Hillside Employee Parking.

Enter to win a day in Cabo and enter the Caregivers Classic!

On Monday, October 3, Brigham will host the inaugural Caregivers Classic golf tournament at the Oyster Harbors Club in Osterville, MA. The event benefits our coaching community and we want BWH and BWFH employees to join in on the fun, whether you're a golfer or not. More than 20 lucky winners of our Brigham Caregivers Classic sweepstakes will have the opportunity to participate in a day of fun activities, followed by a reception and dinner hosted by Robert S.D. Higgins, MD, MSHA, president of BWH and executive vice president of Mass General Brigham. All BWH or BWH employees can participate in the drawing free of charge.Get in now.

September educational calendar now available

Hospital Brigham e Women's FaulknerThe Monthly Educational Calendar is now available, which lists many essential skills, training, and career opportunities here on our campus and at Mass General Brigham and BWH. You can also see the full range of courses atBWFHconectar.

New monthly CME activities available for advanced practice providers

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Education Committees at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital are offering two new monthly CME activities: APP Grand Rounds and APP Pharmacology Series.

• APP Grand ToursIt takes place every second Tuesday of the month, from 12 to 13 pm. Access the live session atcourse website. After viewing, you will be asked to complete a review and request credit.
• APP Pharmacology SeriesIt takes place every fourth Tuesday of the month, from 12 to 13:00. Access the live session atcourse website. After viewing, you will be asked to complete a review and request credit.

Mass General Brigham Sponsors the Boston Heart Walk - Join a Team!

Join Mass General Brigham for the Boston Heart Walk at the Hatch Memorial Shell on Saturday, September 17th. Whether you choose the 1-mile or 3-mile route, spend a glorious morning strolling along the Charles River with your fellow Mass General Brighams from across the system. Family members, friends and dogs are welcome!

This year Mass General Brigham is a corporate sponsor of the Boston Heart Walk and you are invited to join one of our following teams:

• Brigham and Women’s Hospital
• Mass General Brigham Commercial Services
• Hospital Newton Wellesley
• Spaulding-Rehabilitation

The Boston Heart Walk is an opportunity for employees to support the American Heart Association's efforts to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

Bright Horizons on-demand webinars offer helpful tips for parents

Mass General Brigham and Bright Horizons® invite you to watch on-demand webinars that provide helpful tools and tips for parents.To know moreabout Bright Horizons and what it offers Mass General Brigham employees. If you have general child care questions, contact the Mass General Brigham Human Resources Support Center atmake an application onlineor by calling 1-833-Ask-MyHR (1-833-275-6947).

• What kind of father are you
• Teach children kindness, empathy, and being a good citizen.
• What Working Parents Need to Succeed
• Teach children about diversity, equity and inclusion
• go out and play

Boston College Football Tickets Available for Healthcare Heroes Game

Boston College Football is offering Mass General Brigham employees $5 tickets to the Eagles' Healthcare Heroes game and home opener against Rutgers on Saturday, September 3 at 12 noon at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill. Buy discount ticketsHere. Parking can be found for the game.Here.Mass General Brigham Sports Medicine is the official service provider for Boston College's athletic teams.

Have you gone back to school yet? Bright Horizons is here to help

School holidays, early days off and work: how do you manage it all? Fill their attention gaps with yours.Mass General Brigham awarded benefits to Bright Horizons. Also, there is no copayment for care in September and October!*

Use your benefits to:

• Avoid caregiver stress with reliable alternative care at nearby centers or at home.
• Find caregivers for the adults in your family.
• Manage everything on your roster with access to babysitters, pet sitters, and stay-at-home moms with a free Sittercity subscription.
• Apply for full- or part-time childcare with priority waitlisting and no application fees at most Bright Horizons centers.

Visitour website Bright Horizonslearn more.

*For care provided between September 1 and October 31, 2022, replacement care copayments will not apply.

September is National Hispanic Heritage Month. We want to hear from you!

National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated each September, recognizes the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to succeed. This year, the Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council wants to celebrate Hispanic/Hispanic staff who contribute to our organization's mission. We asked the team to tell us what they are most proud of about their heritage. Highlights will be featured in the September DE&I Council blog post. To participate,send us your thoughtsuntil Wednesday 31.08.

National Recreation Month begins - September 6

This year, in honor of National Recovery Month, Mass General Brigham is focusing on innovation in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and will host a virtual event on Tuesday, September 6 from 12:00-10:00 pm. m. at 1:30 p.m. at the beginning of the recovery month. This event will highlight Recovery Month events across the system and welcome two speakers who will discuss their new treatment approaches in treating the LDS. Sarah E. Wakeman, MD, and Claudia P. Rodriguez, MD, Medical Directors, Mass General Brigham's Substance Use Disorders Program, welcome Chinazo D. Cunningham, MD, MS, Commissioner, Office of Services and New York State Addiction Support, and Monica Bharel, MD, MPH, former senior public health adviser to Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and former Massachusetts public health commissioner, to present their innovations. please pay attentioncheck-infor the event before entering theLive broadcaston September 6th. For more information, seethe pulse.

School Supplies Campaign – September 13th

Many local students of all ages will need essential educational supplies when they return to school this year. The Department of Community Health and Welfare at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is collecting new school supplies for underprivileged children at JP Manning Elementary School to help them succeed in the coming year. For a list of required consumables, clickHere. To donate, visit our School Supply Drive Days outside the cafeteria on September 13th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. m. or contact uskatie planteto organize a collection.

Move to Better Balance - September 12th to November 16th

An inactive lifestyle can cause seniors to lose ground in four areas important to staying healthy and independent: strength, balance, flexibility and endurance. Moving for Better Balance is a free 10-week program for seniors to explore different modalities of movement, balance, flexibility and relaxation. Prior registration is required. Click for more informationHere.

Help Make a Difference in Our Community: Work With Your Peers in Community Service - September 15th

The Health and Welfare Department at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is looking for volunteers to help prepare meals for the critically ill and their families in our community. Join us on Thursday, September 15th from 4pm to 7pm. m. at Community Servings (179 Amory Street in Jamaica Plain) to peel, slice and wrap meals for Community Servings customers. Volunteers must be 13 years of age or older, have been vaccinated against COVID-19 (have proof of vaccination available upon arrival) and pre-register. For more information or to sign up, contactkatie plante.

Leadership Q&A with Suzelle Saint-Eloi Presented by the Emerging Leaders Committee - September 20

The Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital Emerging Leaders Committee invites you to participate in a question-and-answer session with Suzelle Saint-Eloi, MS, RN, Director of Nursing at 6 North, on Tuesday, September 20, from from 12 pm. m. at 1:00 p.m. Suzelle will discuss her background, education and career changes, providing advice and insights for all young professionals in a career in healthcare.

Lynch Syndrome Center Lecture: Identification and Management of Lynch Syndrome in Clinical Practice – September 24

This virtual conference provides training in cutting-edge approaches to managing people with known or suspected Lynch syndrome, a common inherited form of predisposition to cancer. Topics will include details on identifying and diagnosing Lynch syndrome in routine practice, endoscopic management of people with Lynch syndrome, gynecological care and risk reduction, and immune-based cancer prevention strategies. The course will be taught by Matt Yurgelun, MD, of the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center. This conference offers continuing education credits to physicians, nurses, physician assistants, and genetic counselors. Click here for more information or to registerHere.