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Plan D has been canceled at Baystate Medical Center and Springfield-based locations. Waterlines at BMC and metro have been flushed and are clear. It is not necessary to use bottled water. Flush all waterlines in your locations for 30 seconds before using. Report to 413-794-4477 if you observe brown water events after flushing water lines. Do not use ice machines until cleared by the Engineering department. If you need ice, call 413-794-4420. Thank you team members for all your work during the Plan D and for all your efforts in support of our patients and their care.
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COVID-19 Update: Moving into Yellow Tier | |
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Since late August, we have seen a steady trend of increasing COVID-19 cases among our healthcare workers across Baystate Health. Based on community testing and wastewater surveillance data, we expect this trend to increase. Because of this, starting tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 15, we will move into the Yellow Tier on the Viral Respiratory Infections Risk Mitigation Guidance.
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Starting tomorrow, masks will be required when providing direct patient care at all Baystate Health hospitals (emergency room, observation, and inpatient settings), and also at the D’Amour Center for Cancer Care. Care partners and other visitors over the age of five (5) will also be required to wear a mask when in the room with a patient.
- Masking will remain recommended but not required in other ambulatory settings (other than the D’Amour Center for Cancer Care), and in non-patient care locations, such as nurse stations, hallways when not transporting patients, and surgical waiting areas.
- We are taking this step to protect our patients, their care partners, and our team members while continuing to provide excellent and compassionate care. We will continue to monitor trends in COVID-19 testing and will adjust this policy to respond to any significant change.
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Guidelines for each tier can be accessed via the Viral Respiratory Infections Risk Mitigation Guidance document on the HUB. Guidelines for the Visitor Policy can be found at baystatehealth.org/patients/visiting.
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Flu Shots Outside Baystate Health:
If you get your flu shot at your healthcare provider or community clinic, ask for the vaccination documentation.
- Make sure the document includes your name, your date of birth, vaccine name, lot #, and expiration date
- Add your EN number and date of birth to the document (if not included)
Take a picture of the document with your phone and email (medium resolution) to [email protected].
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Flu Champions Needed!
If you are interested in becoming a Flu Champion to vaccinate our employees, please send an email with your name and EN to [email protected].
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Exemption Forms
Click here for more information on submitting an exemption form, the due date is Friday, Oct. 13. Exemption forms will be available soon.
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Baystate Medical Center Parking: Answers to Your Questions
(and exciting news for overnight team members!)
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In June, Baystate Health conducted its annual Press Ganey employee survey. Thank you to all who shared feedback and are contributing to making Baystate Health an even better place to work and to receive care. Your feedback is important, and we are listening and learning about how we can better meet your needs in our journey toward being a Workplace of Choice.
Several of you provided feedback on parking and we heard you! The following are some common questions and their answers.
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REMINDER:
Annual Mandatory Compliance & Safety Lessons Due Sept. 30
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As of Sept. 7, 70% of all Baystate Health employees have completed their lessons that are included in the module BH Annual Mandatory Training - All BH. | |
Workday User Experience Enhancements
There are new and exciting changes in Workday that were just released! New changes include the transition to My Tasks from the old inbox, a new look and improved performance for the Supervisory Organization chart, and the newly added Manager Experience.
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Important Changes to the Internal Transfers and Promotions Policy and Internal Job Search in Workday
Please take note of the following changes regarding BH-HR-208 Internal Transfers and Promotions Policy effective immediately.
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New Job Search App
Workday has released a more contemporary job search function. Changes to the Workday Application are as follows.
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Free English Classes During Your Shift!
12-Week Programs Starting This Month
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Baystate Health has partnered with the International Language Institute of Massachusetts (ILI) to offer free weekly English for Other Speaker (ESOL) classes to enhance your communication skills and boost your confidence. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to excel in English. | |
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Iesha Ramos at [email protected]. | |
Upcoming BH-Hosted Events | |
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TONIGHT! The Latest Medications for Parkinson’s Disease
Thursday, Sept. 14, 6-7 p.m.
Medications can be impactful for the treatment and symptom relief for Parkinson’s Disease with Dr. Robert Martin, neurologist, movement disorders specialist, Baystate Neurology.
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AARP Smart Driver Refresher Course
Tuesday, Sept. 19, 10-3 p.m.
Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Ave, Holyoke, MA
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Shortness of Breath and Interstitial Lung Disease
Wednesday, Sept. 20, 6-7 p.m.
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Talk by Elizabeth McLellan,
CEO and Founder of Partners for World Health
Monday, Sept. 25
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Elizabeth McLellan, RN, MSN, MPH is founder and president of a non-profit operating in New England focused on increasing circularity in healthcare system waste by safely donating medical supplies otherwise destined for the trash/landfill to less privileged health systems around the world. | |
Federal Student Loan Repayment Programs
My Secure Advantage
Tuesday, Sept. 19
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Learn about the “on-ramp” period starting in October, the SAVE plan, Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs, Parent PLUS Loans, and the implications of consolidating loans. And ask the experts any questions you might have. | |
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Choosing your Benefits: What to Fund & Why?
My Secure Advantage
Thursday, Sept. 28
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Many of us wonder which employee benefits are best for us and how much money we should be allocating to them. This class looks at the big picture of employer benefits and how to consider which options are right for you and your family. Learn more about how they work and the advantages they can provide, so that you can feel better equipped to make your benefit choices. | |
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Interviewed and quoted regularly in the media, Baystate Health team members are experts and thought leaders. They share information that helps keep our communities healthy and well. Here are some recent articles. | | | |
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WWLP-22 News: How to recognize signs of heat related medical emergencies (Dr. Sunny Shukla, chief, Emergency Medicine, BNH)
WWLP-22 News: Updated COVID-19 booster shots arrive as cases reemerge (Dr. Armando Paez, chief, Infectious Disease)
WWLP-22 News: Images of cancer cells: 22News takes a closer look at what cancer is (Dr. Grace Makari-Judson, medical director, Cancer Center, division chief, Hematology/Oncology, BH; Dr. Ashraf Kahn, chair, Dept. of Pathology)
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