Epic Hyperdrive Updates Coming to Southcoast Health October 2

The new web-based platform is already live at Charlton Memorial Hospital and departments at 206/208 Mill Rd. It will be available at all locations on Monday, October 2, 2023.

Resources are available on the Hyperdrive SharePoint Page to help you prepare for a smooth transition. Specific details and training opportunities are now available.

Please visit the Hyperdrive webpage for additional updates.

Click here to visit the Hyperdrive webpage.

Bulletin Board Contest Displays the Pathway to Excellence

Pathway to Excellence is a premier nursing designation offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the nursing excellence branch of the American Nurses Association. The Pathway Steering Council challenged the nursing units at Charlton Memorial to creatively display how they integrate the six Pathway Standards on their unit. The team on Atwood 4 were declared the winners based on the content displayed and how they integrated the standards on their unit. 

Truly all the boards were impressive and were incredibly creative and professionally presented how their units utilize the Pathway framework. It was a very difficult choice for the judges!

Learn more: Pathway to Excellence – Home (sharepoint.com)

DE&I Lunch and Learn: From Columbus to Indigenous – Why the Movement for Change 

Columbus Day has been a national holiday since 1937. However, recent years have seen increasing changes within communities to move from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day.  Why the movement for change?

Join us via Teams on Thursday, October 12 at 12:30pm for an exploration of the origins of Columbus Day, the controversy surrounding the holiday, and the movement for change. This lunch & learn will feature special guest speaker, Silvermoon LaRose.

Learn More and register: Events Detail – Southcoast Central (service-now.com)

United Way – Filling the Food Gap

Did you know that September is Hunger Awareness Month and that 1 in 3 people in Southeastern MA are facing food insecurity due to the food gap? With the cost of food on the rise, more residents are looking for assistance from food pantries, while pantries are struggling to keep the shelves stocked. With access to health options is tougher than ever, the food gap is widening.

In response to this, Southcoast Health and the United Way of Greater New Bedford are working together to purchase more fresh produce from Coastal Foodshed in order to keep our community healthy and you can help! September 15^th through October 15^th, Filling the Food Gap will give you the opportunity to support our community by donating fresh produce that will directly benefit local pantries.

To donate, click here and scan the QR code in the flyer or text “FOODGAP” to 26989.

Happy Surgical Technologists Week!

Surgical technologists are the unsung heroes behind the scenes, ensuring surgeries run smoothly and patients receive the best care possible. From preparing the operating room to maintaining a sterile environment, passing instruments to assisting the surgical team, and ensuring equipment is in prime condition — surgical techs play a vital role at every step.

Pictured are a select group of surgical technologists from St. Luke’s Hospital. Thank you to all our amazing Southcoast Health surgical techs for your unwavering commitment to excellence and your vital role in improving the lives of our patients!

YMCA Free Onsite Exercise Classes Begin September 6!

Join us for FREE, onsite Zumba, Yoga Fusion, HITT Happens, and Core & More classes and earn 50 Limeade points per class!

Classes will be held in September and October at Charlton Memorial Hospital and the Business Center.

Charlton Memorial Hospital – Elizabeth House Conference Room:

Zumba – Wednesday, 10/4/23, 5-6pm
Yoga Fusion – Thursday, 10/19/23, 12-1pm

South Coast Business Center – Large Conference Room:

HIIT – Wednesday 10/11/23, 5-6pm
Core & More – Wednesday, 9/27/23, 5-6pm and Wednesday, 10/25/23, 5-6pm

All levels and walk-ins are welcomed (but pre-registration is encouraged)!

Learn more and sign up: Discount Details – Southcoast Central (service-now.com)

Meet Megan Cranston, PA at Southcoast Health!

Megan specializes in Gastroenterology.

Megan Cranston, PA first graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Xavier University as a Biology major. She then furthered her medical expertise earning a Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Bryant University.

Megan chose primary care as her specialty because of the impact the medical staff had on her when she was younger. She believes it is important to outline different options for treatment, discussing the pros and cons of each.

To learn more about Megan visit: https://www.southcoast.org/doctors/megan-cranston-pa/

Don’t Wait for Open Enrollment – Enroll in Everyday Benefits at Any Time!

Welcome to Everyday Benefits – the employee benefit available anytime, Everyday!

Wouldn’t it be great if there were an employee benefit that offered expert advice anytime you needed it and access to solutions to help you with the important things in your life? Now, all benefit-eligible employees can take advantage of Everyday Benefits and enroll in a special offering of benefits at any time of the year – not just during Annual Enrollment!

Everyday Benefits is an employee benefit designed to help you with the things you need all the time, from replacement appliances to car protection. Find trusted guidance from unbiased industry experts and browse a wide, easy-to-navigate marketplace.

Learn more: https://everyday.aon.com/southcoasthealth/home

COVID-19 Return to Work Process

The Return to Work online form has been simplified so that any employee, who was out of work because they had tested positive for COVID-19, will be able to attest online to meeting the clinical criteria and able to return to work.

As long as you meet the clinical criteria, you will be able to complete the simple online attestation form and start working again. When this online attestation is completed, your supervisor will be immediately notified via email that you are eligible to return to work.

The Return to Work form, located on the Southcoast Employee Health department homepage, can be easily found by typing, “Return to Work,” in the search bar at the top of Southcoast Central. Please do not email Employee Health for COVID-19 Return to Work clearance unless assistance is needed. The online attestation form must be used for Return to Work clearance. Any questions or concerns on the Return to Work process can be directed to Employee Health at 508-973-5128.

Southcoast Health Employees Donate a Record-Breaking 23,000 Menstrual Hygiene Products across the Region

Southcoast Health employees donated 23,681 menstrual hygiene products, breaking Southcoast’s 2021 donation record of over 18,000 products, as part of their annual Justice Flow Advocacy Project collection drive.

This is thethird year Southcoast’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council and Community Health and Wellness department hosted the drive as part of a partnership with the YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts, United Neighbors of Fall River and the Women’s Resource Center of Rhode Island. The donations included pads and tampons as well as reusable cups and period underwear.

“Offering access to free feminine hygiene products is one step toward leveling the playing field. A box of tampons can cost upwards of $10 in a retail store. For some, that can be the difference between feeding their families or purchasing the product.” said Beth Welborn, employee experience and wellbeing manager at Southcoast Health.

The products collected from the drive have been distributed to those in need by a variety of local non-profits and service organizations including United Neighbors of Fall River, YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts, and Women’s Resource Center of Rhode Island. Products will be supplied to local schools to provide free products to students.

Thank you to everyone who participated!

Volunteer Opportunity at United Way Mobile Market – Wareham!

Southcoast Health is proud to sponsor the United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Mobile Market at the Wareham Middle School again this year! The mobile market provides free, locally grown produce to low-income residents throughout the Greater New Bedford community.

Volunteers will assist in set up (beginning at 5pm) and break down of the Mobile Market. Mobile Market operates from 5:30 – 7 pm or until all produce is depleted. 

Mobile Market shirts will be provided to volunteers! We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and clothing.

Sign Up Here!

Submitting Requests Through Southcoast Central

Southcoast Central is a great tool to connect you with other departments.

Whether you need assistance or are looking for more information, following the tip sheet below you can connect with departments such as DHS for EPIC, Facilities, Human Resources, Marketing & Communications, Financial Services, Patient Experience, Peer Support and Philanthropy.

Click here to view the tip sheet!

The Southcoast Health Employee Answer Line (SEAL)

The Southcoast Employee Answer Line (SEAL) is available for employees with questions on benefits, payroll, leave of absence, and other general employment-related matters.

It is available Monday to Friday from 7am – 5pm, at 508-973-2600, or you can submit a SEAL Case via the “Submit a Request” portal on Southcoast Central. If leaving a message after hours, your inquiry will be addressed on the next business day.

Click here to submit a SEAL case.