July Calendar- BWH Bulletin - For and about the People of Brigham and Women's Hospital
July Calendar- BWH Bulletin - For and about the People of Brigham and Women's Hospital
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June 30, 2000
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In This Issue:
Bright Future for Project RISE Grads
Town Meeting
July Calendar
Partners International Program wins MA Award
“An extraordinary commitment”
Summer Computer Workshops
Partners Information Systems has now released the Summer Computer Workshop training schedule. The classes are held at Corporate Training, Charles River Plaza, 185 Cambridge St. For class schedules, course descriptions, and online registration, go to http://helpdesk.partners.org/data then select “Training.” Schedules and registration forms are also available by calling 1-800-315-0895.
Street Beat 2000
15 Francis Street July 12 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy the sun, sounds and tastes of Street Beat 2000 on July 12, BWH’s annual summer festival. Stop by the 15 Francis Street entrance ramp from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and experience the variety of international food stands, the craft tables and the entertainment. Among the ethnic varieties of food will be Indian, Chinese, Cuban, and American, and the music will include rhythms of reggae, Caribbean, along with rock and roll. The $3 meal tickets, to be stamped on paychecks on July 6, must be presented to the food stands to be redeemed. Staff members who are paid monthly will receive their stamped coupons at the end of June. The hospital sponsors Street Beat every year to allow the BWH family to gain heightened appreciation for and acceptance of the variety of ethnicities encountered every day through coworkers and patients.
Summer Incentive Program
In an effort to recognize caregivers for their extraordinary efforts during a particularly busy period of time, BWH has rolled out a summer incentive program. From June 23 through September 3, RNs, PCAs, ESAs, LPNs, Unit Coordinators, Unit Associates and Escorts, Surgical and Anesthesia Technicians, and Central Processing Technicians and Supply Clerks are eligible for a pay incentive for all voluntary extra shifts worked above scheduled hours, for available shifts starting Friday at 7 a.m. through Monday at 11 p.m. During this time, $150 will be paid for 12-hour shift, $100 will be paid for an eight-hour shift, and $50 will be paid for a four-hour shift. As the program is reviewed, more positions may be included. Per diem employees are eligible for the incentive for extra shifts worked during the defined time, which are over and above their minimum required shifts in a month and if there is no unplanned absence during the week (Sunday through Saturday). Incentive will be paid, assuming that all scheduled hours for the week are worked and if there is no unplanned absence during the week (Sunday through Saturday). Approved FMLA are not considered unplanned absences. Your manager will be able to provide more information about the summer incentive program. Contact your Human Resources Generalist with any additional questions.
Tax Deferred Annuity
July 12— TIAA-CREF (1-800-842-2004) July 17—Fidelity (1-800-642-7131) July 19 and 27—VALIC (1-800-892-5558 ext. 89465) Looking to save on taxes now and put money aside for retirement? The 403(b) tax deferred retirement savings program (TDA) offered through BWH provides you an opportunity to do both. Call and make an appointment to see a representative from Fidelity Investments, TIAA-CREF, and/or VALIC.
Lunch with Matt Van Vranken
July 24 Deland Board Room, PBB 4 12-1 p.m. All employees are invited to attend an upcoming lunch meeting with Matt Van Vranken, chief operating officer. These meetings provide staff the opportunity to meet Matt and have an open discussion on topics pertaining to BWH or health care in general. Space is limited to 10 employees. Contact Derek Czerwinski at ext. 6584 to sign up.
Fitness
Fitcorp Fitness and Wellness Events: Back to Basics Fitcorp July 11, 18 and 25 5-5:30 p.m. Increase your understanding of back problems, and learn tools to maintain a healthy back in this three-week program. Open to all BWH employees. For more information, call Paula Simpson at 375-5600 x143 or e-mail psimpson@Fitcorp.com
Refer 3 friends to Fitcorp and win a bike
Cafeteria July 12 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fitcorp will have a table outside the cafeteria displaying information on the Referral Promotion. Refer 1 friend to joint Fitcorp, and receive a Fitcorp T-shirt. Refer 3 friends to join, and ride out on a free mountain bike. Offer expires July 31. Open to all BWH employees. For more information, call Paula Simpson at 375-5600 x143 or e-mail psimpson@Fitcorp.com
Hydration Station
Fitcorp July 19 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Receive hydration information and sample different thirst quenching products. Open to all BWH employees. For more information, call Paula Simpson at 375-5600 x143 or e-mail psimpson@Fitcorp.com