Week of June 26, 2023
SWEETWATER PAVILION CONSTRUCTION
The renovation project in the Sweetwater Pavilion is in its final phase this week. The main Sweetwater entrance is currently closed. It will remain blocked until Friday, June 30. There are signs in the area directing patients and employees around the closure. The main alternate entrance will be the Breast Care Center. Patients and employees will use this entrance to get to: Imaging, Childbirth Center, Breast Care Center and MOB 2. Signs with directions to MOB 1 and Brazos will also be in place. We appreciate your patience as this renovation project wraps up. Please reach out to anyone on the Facilities team with any questions.
June Town Hall Meetings
Our second quarter town hall meetings will wrap up this week but you still have time to sign up and win prizes! The HMSL Senior Leadership Team will share important updates and answer your questions. You can submit questions, thoughts or topics you want addressed during these town halls by clicking here.
- Monday, June 26 7:30-8:30 a.m. Virtual (NEW SESSION)
- Tuesday, June 27 Noon-1 p.m. Brazos Conference Center
To sign up, click here and select "My Learning." In the "Find Learning" tab search for course number 1636018, select "assign to me" and then "register now." Click here for a helpful flyer. We look forward to seeing you!
The Senior Leadership Team is giving away prizes to employees who attend a town hall session and fill out the feedback survey at the end. Winners will be announced in next week's newsletter.
Garage Parking Updates
Changes are currently being made to our three campus parking garages. Barrier gate arms are being installed to add security for employee parking. Right now, there is nothing you need to do. More information on our new garage systems and parking will be released in the coming weeks. We hope it will make parking more convenient and safer for you and our patients.
Welcome Dr. Figueredo
Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is pleased to announce Giovanna Figueredo, M.D. has joined the Brooks Street clinic. A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Figueredo offers clinical expertise in acute and chronic condition management, including diabetes, depression and anxiety and thyroid concerns. She has particular interest in preventive care, weight loss management and women’s health. You can read more about Dr. Figueredo here.
Deadline Update: Comfort and Safety Course for Nurse Leaders
The system patient experience team has extended the deadline for the Comfort and Safety Open Discussion Course for Nurse Leaders (i.e., charge nurses, nurse managers, nurse directors, ACNOs/CNOs). The deadline is now Friday, June 30. Click here for more information on the course and how to register.
Staying Safe in the Heat
It's officially summer and the heat is here. We know many of you will be spending time outside with your families, but please be aware of heat-related illnesses. Click here to read tips from a Houston Methodist primary doctor.
Ready, Set, Grow Your Career! Join us for Career Week - June 26-30
“I want to grow but don’t really know what’s out there for me.”
“I’d like to apply for this role, but my resume is a mess!”
“How do I approach my leader about development opportunities?”
If you’ve said anything like this to yourself or others, you should attend Career Week 2023. It is packed with events focused on boosting your professional development. Find inspiration and ideas as fellow employees share their success stories on growing their career within Houston Methodist. Join experts across the system as they reveal career hacks, tools, resources, and programs available to support your career journey. Choose what works for you with daily online sessions as well as local programming at each entity.
Check out our Career Week 2023 site for more information. You can also find us by texting CareerWeek2023 to 45991.
Manage Unconscious Bias In-Person Learning
The Office of DEI is hosting another session in their Managing Unconscious Bias learning series. Unconscious bias can affect many things, from teamwork to the recruitment process, and it may create a disconnected workplace culture. The session is Friday, July 7, from 10-11:15 a.m. in Main AD Conference Room. Sign up through LMS with item #1605003 or click here.
Celebrating the Festival of Sacrifice
Eid al-Adha is celebrated this year on June 28. It is one of two key Eids (celebration festivals) in Islamic Culture. Many mark the holiday through the act of Qurbani (sacrifice). Celebrations also include giving thanks, exchanging gifts, sharing food and gathering with friends and family. The Arab Heritage ERG wants to wish those who celebrate a Happy Eid al-Adha.
Celebrating PRIDE
Thousands of people filled the streets this weekend for the Houston Pride Parade. Houston Methodist was proud to be a first time sponsor of the event. Thank you to everybody from HMSL who joined the celebration in downtown Houston.
June is National Safety Month. Preventable injuries, known as “accidents”, are the fourth leading cause of U.S. deaths. While safety is important year-round, June highlights the efforts to prevent injury and death in the workplace and at home. Click here to read about others raising awareness or celebrating this month.
PATIENT COMPLIMENTS
Childbirth Center Patient: "My stay at the hospital was a really great experience. I was nervous prior to going to the hospital but the staff made me feel at ease and I had an amazing delivery experience. Love Houston Methodist!"
Main 4 West Patient: "All of the doctors and nurses provided excellent care including Dr. Tripathy, Dr. Ellis, Dr. Bowen and Dr. Saikia. There are too many nurses to state all of their names, however, Leah Doyle was my last nurse that I remember and she was top notch. ALL of the nurses were trained and were outstanding."
Brazos 5 Patient: "All of the doctors and nurses are very kind and experienced. They explained nicely each and everything. Overall I had a good experience and I will recommend to everyone because this is one of the best hospitals in USA. I am very thankful to all of you."
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, June 26: Career Week begins. More information.
Wednesday, June 28: Eid al-Adha
Thursday, June 29: Asian Heritage and LGBTQ+Allies ERGs program. More information.
Friday, June 30: Deadline for telecommuting staff to acknowledge agreement
Friday, June 30: Deadline for Comfort and Safety Open Discussion Course for Nurse Leaders. More information.
Tuesday, July 4: Independence Day
Friday, July 7: Due date for staff self-evaluation to be complete in MARS. More information.
Friday, July 7: Managing Unconscious Bias In-Person Learning. Sign up here.
Sunday, August 20: 'Pathway to Unparalleled' employee sessions begin. More information to register.
JUST FOR FUN DATES
Tuesday, June 27 - Thursday, June 29: @ St. Louis Cardinals
Friday, June 30 - Monday, July 3: @ Texas Rangers
Wednesday, June 28 - Monday, July 3: vs. Oklahoma City Dodgers
Wednesday, June 28: Bryan Adams, Smart Financial Centre
Saturday, July 1: Dave Chappelle, Toyota Center
Saturday, July 1: TLC, Shaggy, En Vogue & Sean Kingston, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"A mind troubled by doubt cannot focus on the course to victory."
- Arthur Golden