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As of Friday, January 27, nearly 550 staff members completed the survey for the Healthy Organization certification program. Click on the banner at the top of this page to complete the survey today! Over the last few weeks, you may have heard about the hospital’s initiative to become certified as an Entreprise en santé, or a Healthy Organization. This program offers a certification to institutions that satisfy criteria which will provide a healthier workplace for its employees.
An integral part of this program is a survey that staff must complete which will contribute toward an action plan that accurately reflects the wants and needs of employees. This survey can be completed during or outside of work hours, anytime from Monday, January 23 until Friday, February 17 . The goal is to get as close to 100% of JGH staff to complete this survey as possible, to implement programs that truly reflect the changes you want to see. Every person that completes the survey will influence the change they want to see in their own workplace and have a direct say in how their employer can start to serve them better.
The four areas targeted for potential improvements are: work environment (ergonomics, lighting, noise and ventilation); lifestyle (eating habits, physical activity, smoking cessation programs); balance between work and personal life (flexibility, daycare, support and stress management); and finally, management practices and style (communication, leadership, support, collaboration and involvement).
The goal of this program is to maintain and improve the global health of employees and of the organization in the long-term. Following the four-week survey period, an action plan will be developed and ready as early as Spring 2012. At that time, changes will start to be implemented gradually.
The survey can be completed online. You can also copy and paste the following link into your internet browser to access the survey : http://surveymodule.perfosoft.com/perfo_sondage_cqa/sondage.php?cs=10225
If you do not have access to a computer in your workplace, there will be computers available for you to use.
When: Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the survey period, from noon until 7:00 p.m.
Where: Room A-806
In order to use these computers outside those hours of availability, staff members can schedule a time to use them at their convenience with Chantal Bellerose or Suzanne Paulhus.
Contact information:
Chantal Bellerose: Extension 7895 or cbellerose@jgh.mcgill.ca (Lotus Notes)
Suzanne Paulhus: Extension 5105 or spaulhus@jgh.mcgill.ca (Lotus Notes)
The Inaugural Distinguished Lectureship in Human Genetics
The Lady Davis Institute & The McGill University-Génome Québec Innovation Centre present: The Inaugural Distinguished Lectureship in Human Genetics.
Lecture by Dr. Thomas Hudson: "The Genetic Basis for Cancer Treatment Decisions"
When: Wednesday, February 1, 2012, 4:00 p.m.
Where: Charles Martin Amphitheatre, McIntyre Medical Sciences Building, 3655 Promenade Sir William Osler
Click here for details.
Jewellery Sale
When: Friday, February 3, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Pav G Atrium
Jewish Medical Ethics Symposium
When: February 28, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Gelber Conference Centre, 2 Cummings Square, 5151 Côte Ste-Catherine rd.
Click here for more information.
The Psychology Division presents the Elliott Sokoloff Clinical Day
Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT): Using Modern Adult Attachment Theory to Understand Relationships: “The New Science of Love and Attachment: Creating Connection” presented by Dr. Sue Johnson, Professor of Clinical Psychology, Ottawa University
When: Friday, March 16, 2012
Where: Institute of Community and Family Psychiatry, 4333 Côte Ste-Catherine Road, Montréal, Québec (Côte Ste-Catherine Metro)
Click here for details.
The Human Resources Recruitment Division introduces Career Corner to JGH Now. Challenge yourself. Commit to Excellence.
Clincal Trials Nurse, Clinical Research Unit
This is an internal posting. Staff interested in applying for this position may do so by submitting a Curriculum Vitae to the Recruitment Division at recrutement@jgh.mcgill.ca. *Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Director of Nursing and Clinical Operations
Click here for further details: Director of Nursing and Clinical Operations
This is an internal posting. Staff interested in applying for this position may do so by submitting a Curriculum Vitae to the Recruitment Division at mmonaco@jgh.mcgill.ca by February 10. *Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Computer Analyst Network Application Specialist Click here for further details: Computer Analyst Network Application Specialist
This is an internal posting. Staff interested in applying for this position may do so by submitting a Curriculum Vitae to the Recruitment Division at recrutement@jgh.mcgill.ca by February 1. *Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Administrative Officer on SICU (Days on weekends)
Click here for further details: Administrative Officer
This is an internal posting. Staff interested in applying for this position may do so by submitting a Curriculum Vitae to the Recruitment Division at recrutement@jgh.mcgill.ca by February 3. *Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Administrative Officer on SICU (Evenings on weekends)
This is an internal posting. Staff interested in applying for this position may do so by submitting a Curriculum Vitae to the Recruitment Division at recrutement@jgh.mcgill.ca by February 3. *Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Proxim: We process your digital pictures!
It’s simple and easy! Click here to learn now.
Proxim: Renew your prescriptions online
Come to the pharmacy to obtain your membership card and personal access code. From then on, you can renew your prescriptions online and have access to your pharmacological record.
Click here for details.
Lynne McVey’s farewell message to staff
Lynne McVey has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Douglas Mental Health University Institute, a role that she assumed early in January.
Click here to watch her farewell message to staff.
Department of Nursing Food Drive December 2011
Thank you to the JGH staff and community for their generous donations for this year’s food drive. 16 boxes of food were collected and distributed to the community organizations AubergeShalom and Head and Hands.
Thank you to Joy Plata and Albert Redman from Training & Development for organizing this event. A happy, healthy New Year 2012 to everyone!
Proxim : Transferring your pharmaceutical file from another pharmacy is as easy as 1-2-3 !
Click here for details.
The JGH Cafeteria is proud to introduce its new ‘’Inspiration du Jour’’ menus
Featuring wholesome , homemade items to tickle your tastebuds.
For the week of January 30th.
Foundation Special Events in 2012
As we ring in the new year, many of us are making resolutions. Whether it be to shed a few unwanted pounds, to get (or stay) in shape, to spend more time with friends and family or to give back to the community, your participation in one of the JGH's three special events can help you realize all of these goals.
Whether it's a day of exercise with the brand new event Bust a Move for Breast Health, a cycling adventure with the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer, or a weekend stroll through Montreal's beautiful streets with the Pharmaprix Weekend to End Women's Cancers there's an event to suit every taste and ability.
There are hospital teams for each event and we invite you to find out how you can be part of them.
Bust a Move for Breast Health - March 18 - contact Rana Saheb via Lotus Notes, at ext. 5889 or visit http://www.bustamove.ca/
Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer - July 7-8 - contact Stephanie Roza via Lotus Notes, at ext 2587 or visit http://www.conquercancer.ca/
Pharmaprix Weekend to End Women's Cancers - August 25-26 - contact Karine Mayers via Lotus Notes, at ext 2763 or visit http://www.endcancer.ca/
Also, if you know someone who has made one (or more) of these resolutions, invite them to join you this year. Training and fundraising with teammates is always more fun than going at it alone and their support will, in turn, help you to reach and even surpass your own goals.
So the Foundation invites you to make one more resolution for this year: register to Exercise, Ride or Walk in 2012!
Proxim Holiday Promotion
Free gift wrapping service and as always 10% off for all JGH staff and volunteers.
Click here for details.
Congratulations to our Grand Prize Winners from the Staff Appreciation Party JGH Fiesta!
PRIZE #1: 1 Night Stay in a Signature Room at Hotel du Fort, including 2 buffet breakfasts and a gift certificate for a meal at Fushia Restaurant
Winner: Rajal Khan
Dept: Gastroenterology
PRIZE #2: 3 Month Membership at Énergie Cardio, including a sports bag and towel
Winner: Luba Aronov
Dept: 4 West
PRIZE #3: $100 Gift Certificate at fine Italian cuisine restaurant, Vino Rosso
Winner: Rayan Alkhodair
Dept: Dermatology
PRIZE #4: 1-Hour Massage at Intercoupe Coiffure & Spa
Winner: Canio De Lucia
Dept: G.I. Lab
PRIZE #5: Dans un Jardin Gift Basket from Costco Marché Central
Winner: Chris Papadopoulos
Dept: Radiotherapy
PRIZE #6: Sixth Sense Gift Basket from Costco Marché Central
Winner: Gwendoline Nurse
Dept: 4 Main
PRIZE #7: Dans un Jardin Gift Basket from Costco Marché Central
Winner: Marie Richard
Dept: Nursing
PRIZE #8: Sixth Sense Gift Basket from Costco Marché Central
Winner: Ming Hu
Dept: PACU
PRIZE #9: Sixth Sense Gift Basket from Costco Marché Central
Winner: Mounib Elchebly
Dept: Pathology
Special thanks to Hotel du Fort, Énergie Cardio, Vino Rosso Restaurant, Intercoupe Coiffure and Spa and Costco Marché Central for kindly donating prizes for this special event.
Bust a Move for Breast Health™ is coming to Montreal!
Join the movement for this day-long fitness-fundraising extravaganza on March 18th, 2012.
For more information or to register, click here or call ext. 7985.
JGH Holiday Greeting Cards
Holiday greeting cards are available for purchase by all JGH departments through the JGH Public Affairs and Communications Department. The cards have blank interiors and are sold in packs of 25. A sample card will be posted to JGH Now shortly.
The holiday cards can be purchased for $20.00 with a budget code and collected at the PA&C office, in room A-811.
Limited quantities available.
For further information, contact Andrea Shaw at extension 2581.
Jewish General Hospital Auxiliary: celebrating 75 years of excellence
It is with great pride that the JGH Archives present Jewish General Hospital Auxiliary: celebrating 75 years of excellence.
The exhibit, in the main lobby of the JGH, consists of a photo gallery and a document collection that includes correspondence, pamphlets, publications, as well as other ephemera. A virtual exhibit accompanies the physical one and can be found online here.
For more information contact Linda Lei via Lotus Notes or at ext. 3277.
Sun Youth
Over the years you have always made a big difference in the Sun Youth organization by donating nonperishable goods to the less fortunate ones. May this year be a better year for everyone by bringing an item of your choice to the LDI Reception area until December 16th.
The JGH Archives have a new blog!
Scrubbing In: hands on the past is an informal space where JGH archivists will post regular updates on the goings-on of the Jewish General Hospital Archives. You will have an exclusive window into the daily activities of the Archives, and be privy to the challenges and excitement of maintaining an historical archive within a hospital. Read up on new acquisitions, the latest discoveries made during processing and on various Archives-driven initiatives. Click here to visit the blog now!
For more information, contact Linda Lei through Lotus Notes.
Pavilion H
Please note that we will proceed with excavation and drilling work in the parking lot of pavilion H on November 8 for a period of 10 days.
Please contact Avi Fhima at 514-413-1768 with any questions.
How to print patient’s results using the New Lab Computer
We are going to switch to the new lab computer system on November 29th.
Click here for details about the new system and here to learn how to print patients' results.
IPC week
On behalf of the Infection Prevention and Control team we would like to thank all of the personnel who participated in the IPC week event from October 17 to 19. We particularly would like to give special thanks to Diane Mercier Health Services Department, for providing flu vaccines and a table display, Audrey Benarrosh Central Sterilization Department (CSD) for having kindly organized the CSD tours and table display, Luc Sarrazin Laundry Services for providing various medical instruments that are mistakenly thrown away on a daily basis, Eva Cohen Pharmacy for providing the Pharmacy updates on Clostridium difficile, Influenza Vaccine and MRSA, Stephen Shinder Microbiology lab for having organized the lab tour and lastly the Dr Clown Team members who helped us promote hand hygiene throughout various units. Job well done to you all!
The door prize winners were :
Andrea Rhoden, Medical records
Laila Malik, Pathology
Michele Lefort, Administrative Technician
Vanessa lewis, 7NW
Rita Digirolomo, 6NW
The first 3 winners that answered all of the questions correctly from the Bug Blitz questionnaire were:
Andrew Dobrenis, Medical records
Louise Bellefeuille, Head Nurse 4east
Anthony Caterson, Medical records
Staff Vaccination Campaign to combat Seasonal Influenza
THE VACCINATION CAMPAIGN AGAINST SEASONAL INFLUENZA STARTED ON OCTOBER 26, 2011.
Click here for details.
November signals the start of the annual vaccination campaign against seasonal flu. This is a serious illness that can even be fatal and you are at greater risk of exposure than the general population.
This vaccine is being offered to you for free. It is the most effective way to protect you from seasonal flu. In a healthy adult this vaccine can reduce the likelihood you may catch the flu by 70 to 90%. For the fall of 2011, we are hoping to vaccinate the largest group of staff ever.
Endocrinology
Effective Monday, October 31, 2011, the Endocrinology Department will have one phone number for all of its offices: 514-340-8090.
Foundation
Please be advised that the main office of the JGH Foundation (A-107) will be temporarily relocated to B-017 as of Thursday, September 22 due to renovations.
Special Notice from Labs
New version of laboratory computer system is coming soon! Check if you have access by opening the Citrix icon and by clicking on Labs_New application. If not, please contact Kafia Ouadahi at kouadahi@jgh.mcgill.ca
Laboratory Computer Shut Down: Risks and Consequences explained
Today, I signed off on the upgrade of our Laboratory Computer for Tuesday, the 29th November. Hopefully, you have all checked that the Icon Labs_New is on your Citrix list of applications and tried using it at least once or twice. If you do not have the Icon please contact the IT department immediately.
It is very important that you all understand exactly what will happen next week, why and the risks attached to each step. Upgrading a live computer system for a Core Laboratory is probably one of the most dangerous and difficult exercises that can be undertaken. It is therefore important that everyone reviews all results with caution and any unexpected results that can not be explained clinically, be repeated and are communicated immediately to the Core Laboratory or the Biochemist on call or directly to me. I can not emphasize enough that all possible errors must be investigated by us to ensure we miss nothing.
Monday 28th November
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All wards should send down to the Core Laboratory all requisitions before 4pm (6pm the latest) so the requisitions can be entered in the Old Computer. -
The Test Centre will close at 4pm and reopen December 1st at 7:30am. -
All outstanding reports will be printed at 8pm -
The Old Computer system will close at 9pm in order to be copied, in its entirety, to the new computer system.
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The laboratory will be working in a manual mode from this time until the new system is fully functional. This means we will not be able to access results until they are ready so please do not phone the laboratory for results. -
All results will be faxed to the ward once they are ready. -
Working manually is very work intensive and with modern machines and the high volume we are error prone. Please do not increase this workload by calling the laboratory unless it is absolutely necessary
Tuesday 29th November
Wednesday 30th November
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6am: Only the new laboratory system will be available and all results will be available and up to date. -
The staff will continue to be slow in using the new system. Many will have worked several double shifts and perhaps even triple shifts to ensure that the effect on the hospital is minimal. Please be patient with them as they will have gone through a very difficult few days and the stress will not diminish for several more days
We have trained, prepared and are ready for these difficult days next week. It will still be a very complex and difficult time for all of us. Your patience and encouragement is needed.
Sincerely
Elizabeth Mac Namara
Carpooling
A Matchmaking software for carpooling is now available for JGH employees, allowing the choice of:
Internal Carpooling: carpools composed of JGH employees, EXCLUSIVELY.
Inter-entreprise Carpooling: carpools formed by composing employees from the JGH and neighbouring institutions, such as HEC Montréal, St. Mary's Hospital Center, Collège Notre-Dame, CHU Sainte Justine, Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf, École Polytechnique de Montréal, CSSS de la Montagne and Université de Montréal.
Click here for the user’s guide that provides step-by step instructions on how to register. Register TODAY for a chance to win a gift certificate to Hôtellerie Champêtre valued at $500 including taxes.
The winner of the draw will receive a guide to all the offers available (27 hotels and restaurants, 18 spas and many other activities in Quebec). You just need to choose the place, the number of persons and the dates you want (no expiration date).
Click here to register. For more information, contact transport@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Language List
We are in the process of updating our Language List – a list of staff members who speak languages other than French or English, including American Sign Language. This list is used when staff cannot communicate with patients in either principal language.
Click here for more information.
EZproxy Now Available at the McGill Library
EZproxy is now available to McGill Library users. EZproxy is a quick, easy, and convenient method to gain off-campus access to McGill Library subscription databases. Unlike the Virtual Private Network (VPN), it requires no prior computer or browser set-up. All users need to do is to login using their McGill username and password when prompted. Users will be asked to login only once per browser session.
For more information, visit the McGill Libraries website.
Come and find out more about the JGH Foundation's Special Events!
Today, Monday, December 5th OR Thursday, December 8th from 2 to 3 pm in room E-711
Stop by for a coffee and a cookie and find out everything you need to know about the Pharmaprix Weekend to End Women's Cancers, the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer and our brand new event, Bust A Move for Breast Health!
For more information, call Karine Mayers at ext 2763.
Inspiration du jour
The JGH Cafeteria is proud to introduce its new "Inspiration du Jour" menus, featuring wholesome, homemade items to tickle your tastebuds.
click here for details
Galerie 3755 exhibit The new edition of Galerie 3755 will be on display in the cafeteria from October 4 to February 28. Come and see what your artistic colleagues have been up to!For more information, contact Curator Mona Rutenberg, ext. 4631 or visit jgh.ca/en/galerie3755.
It’s time to think about your archives The JGH Archives is calling for historical records relating to the JGH, its departments and personnel. The Archives staff will take the utmost care with your donation or materials on loan, and can set up a themed exhibit to bring light to the hidden treasures in the history of your department as well. If you are not certain what material is suitable, visit Call for Archival Material, which provides photos of items that the Archives is collecting. Contact the Archives Librarian Linda Lei, ext. 3277 or via Lotus Notes for more information.
Department of Finance: Accounting and statistical cut-off dates for the budget year 2011/2012The reports should be submitted to Finance no later than the Wednesday following the Saturday period end closing.For a list of the dates, click here: Calendrier Finance calendar.doc
Calendar of statutory holidays 2011-2012Click here to see the calendar: CongesHolidays2011_12.pdf
QST rate changes Effective January 1 2011, the QST rate currently set at 7.5% will be increased to 8.5% as per the 2009-10 provincial budget. For the hospital, this increase corresponds to a net cost of 5.18% (versus 4.67% currently).An additional 1% increase from 8.5% to 9.5% effective January 1, 2012 is planned in the 2010-11 provincial budget. For the JGH, the net cost will increase to 5.69%.
New table of contents (TOC) service As fewer journals are available in print format in the Health Sciences Library, being able to rely on and manage access to electronic journals has become a priority for doctors, nurses, and support staff.Journal table of contents are a good way to keep track of what is being published in the key journals in your field. This new service will provide your department with access to a customized list of current toc’s of your specialty journals. As each new issue is published you will have access to the table of contents, as well as, for many of the journals, full text of each article for that issue. You can also set up email alerts or subscribe to RSS feeds for any of these journals.To see an example please go to the Library’s webpage at jgh.ca/hsl. Click on the left hand side bar “Table of Contents TOC”If you are interested in setting up this service please contact Liz Breier, ext. 5929 or via Lotus Notes for further information.
Research Study: Evaluating an Intervention Program to Help Young Adults Dealing with Cancer We are seeking young adults (18-39) who have recently been diagnosed with cancer, are undergoing treatment for cancer, or are done with treatment.The study offers the opportunity for three private sessions at the JGH with a senior clinical psychologist/intern. Sessions are tailored to fit patient’s needs. If they live too far, sessions can be offered via Skype.The study involves filling out some questionnaires and participants will be compensated $100 for their time.For more details, contact Samantha Eidinger, ext. 3912 or at samantha.eidinger@mail.mcgill.ca.Click here to see the flyer: Coping.pdf
Dragon Boat ClubThe Desjardins Pacemakers Dragon Boat Club invites JGH staff to join the team.Training sessions will be held at the Olympic Basin in Parc Jean-Drapeau starting in May 2011. In the meantime, you are invited to come to our optional fall (October to December) and winter (January to April) workouts. Throughout the year, the club will also organize several social activities.For more information, contact Nathalie Lapointe, ext. 6191 or via Lotus Notes.Click here to see the flyer: Dragon.pdf
New OvidSP and CINAHL interfacesYou may have noticed that some of your favourite databases have made changes to their search interfaces.In OvidSP (Medline, PsychINFO, EMBASE etc.), some useful new features have been added and searching has been streamlined.* You may find this video tutorial from the Yale University Medical Library useful. It lasts 15 minutes but is well worth your time. You can also watch it in brief segments.*New features include:
- My workspace area where you can keep track of projects as well as saved searches and alerts. You can add citations, web URLs and documents to project folders.
- Toolbar feature that allows you to add citations to your projects even if you find them on an external website.
- Create TOC email alerts for multiple journals.
CINAHL has also made considerable improvements to the interface. We will post a link to a tutorial as soon as one becomes available, however most of the changes are easy to see and use intuitively.Please contact Francesca Frati via Lotus Notes for help using the new features.
Carpooling: Register today!JGH staff can match themselves online for carpooling.JGH employees interested in carpooling, click here.Carpooling registration guide: Allego.pdf
The Auxiliary vendorsReminder to do your shopping with The Auxiliary vendors daily at Légaré entrance, the Atrium and the Pavilion G passerelle - it benefits the JGH. You'll find jewelery, purses, gift items, pashminas, clothing and accessories.
Accreditation 2012 newsletterThe Evidence of Accreditation 2012 newsletter is intended to communicate to the JGH staff valuable information in response to the 2009 accredication and in preparation for the 2012 accreditation. This newsletter will be published every three months and will be available on the web site jgh.ca/en/accreditaton and on the shared drive, under accreditation 2012.Click here to see the latest newsletter: Evidence 1.pdf
JGH Handbook: How to create effective patient education materials
Health professionals who are currently developing patient learning materials, or who would like to develop them, can refer to the JGH Handbook: How to create effective patient education materials. The handbook provides step-by-step guidance throughout the process, from assessing the needs of the target audience, to writing at an appropriate reading level, to patient peer review.
Visit the PEN web page for more information about the group and to access the handbook in English: JGH.ca/PEN
Caring Beyond
Caring Beyond invites you to nominate a JGH staff member who…
... has demonstrated extraordinary acts of kindness and compassion towards patients and their families?
... has gone that extra mile?
Please visit JGH.ca/CaringBeyond or C-107 for a form.
Click here to see the flyer: Caring.pdf
Blue Bonnets move has been POSTPONED
Dear staff members,
Please be aware that the move to the Blue Bonnets parking lot has been POSTPONED.
The Bedford and Victoria parking lots WILL NOT close on Monday, January 23, despite
the previous announcement. Both will remain open until further notice.
Further information will follow in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your understanding.
As mentioned in the staff letter of October 20 and in the Parking FAQs of November 25, the JGH has received government approval to use the parking lot at Blue Bonnets on the west side of Decarie at Jean Talon.
Click here to read the letter to staff.
Please be advised that the last shuttle before holidays will be at midnight on Dec. 23, 2011. The service will restart on Jan 3, 2012 at 5:30 a.m. In between this dates, all staff members can park on site in the employee parking lot on Legare Street.
As of January 23, the Bedford and Victoria parking lots will close. Permit holders currently using
either lot will be relocated to Blue Bonnets.
The Blue Bonnets lot is accessible from rue des Jockeys.
Click here for more information. Click here for FAQ
The City of Montreal has advised the JGH that left turns from Cote Sainte-Catherine Road onto Legare Street are prohibited. Effective immediately, the VICTORIA SHUTTLE will pick up and drop off at the Cote Sainte-Catherine entrance. Thank you for your cooperation.
We want to hear from you!
The JGH Parking Committee would like to hear what you have to say. By filling out one of the following surveys, you will provide important information as it relates to parking.
For employees currently parking at the Victoria parking lot, click here.
For employees currently parking at the Bedford parking lot, click here.
Victoria Shuttle Schedule
Click here to see the schedule.
Bedford Shuttle Schedule Click here to see the schedule.
Update from the JGH Parking Committee
Dear staff member,
As mentioned in the letter of July 19, you are entitled to one free month of parking. Additionally, parking rates will be adjusted to reflect the lower monthly fee of the Bedford Parking Lot.
Due to the volume of people who recently relocated to the Bedford Parking Lot, please be patient as the system is set up for you to receive your free month, as well as parking rate adjustment.
Your new parking rate will become $16.86 plus taxes per pay cheque. Once the system is in place it will ensure that this rate is retroactive from when you began parking in the Bedford lot. Additionally, you can expect to receive your one free month in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your continued cooperation.
The JGH Parking Committee
Update from the JGH Parking Committee
Update from the JGH Parking CommitteeWe are aware of the frustration that many of you have felt while trying to park your car during the past week. The JGH Parking Committee is working to resolve these problems and make parking-related changes clearer and smoother in the future. Please accept our apologies for the short notice in alerting you of the most recent parking change and for any inconvenience this has caused.
Click here to see the new parking map.
Update from the JGH Parking CommitteeLetter from the JGH Parking CommitteeThe parking agreement with Plaza Côte-des-Neiges will end on March 19. The JGH Parking Committee has been successful in securing a new parking lot for staff at 3195 Bedford. Click here to read the letter: Letter new lot.pdf
Update: One year in the making
Crane Operation
Please be aware that it is normal for the crane’s boom to rotate on the Pavilion K construction site – even when out of service. Therefore, on windy days, it is not uncommon to see the boom of the crane turning in the wind.
Rest assured that cranes are designed to safely withstand wind speeds so that they do not become unbalanced.
If you have any questions or concerns, email pavk@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Pavilion K Contruction Update on Légaré StreetBeginning in early July, Légaré between Côte Sainte-Catherine Road and Bourret Avenue will be closed to all through traffic—vehicular and pedestrian—until this fall. This will allow construction crews to start working on a tunnel beneath Légaré that will provide access to the underground parking lot associated with Pavilion K.
Click here for more information.
Pavilion K Contruction Update on Légaré Street
Beginning Saturday, July 16, Légaré between Côte Sainte-Catherine Road and Bourret Avenue will be closed to all through traffic—vehicular and pedestrian—until this fall. This will allow construction crews to start working on a tunnel beneath Légaré that will provide access to the underground parking lot associated with Pavilion K.
Click here for more information.
Pavilion K: Parking changes
As mentioned in past letters and at the CEO Forum on June 28, construction will begin shortly on the underground tunnel on Légaré Street. This tunnel will serve vehicular and pedestrian traffic once Pavilion K is completed.
Due to this work, a portion of the Légaré employee parking lot will close during the evening of Tuesday, July 12. As many employees are away due to the summer holidays, employees will be asked to move in two groups.
The first group of employees will be required to use off-site parking as of Wednesday, July 13. These employees will be advised by phone on Monday, July 11 and Tuesday, July 12 of next week. The second group will be advised at the end of July, beginning of August.
We apologize in advance for the short notice. It has been a lengthy process for the Parking Committee to sort out alternate parking arrangements for employees, with a solution only being found in recent days.
Those with any questions are encouraged to contact the Parking Department at extension 2084.
Pavilion K update: Carbon monoxide detectors installed To ensure the safety of hospital staff and visitors, carbon monoxide detectors have been installed on the ground floors of Pavilions B, C and D, due to the proximity of these areas to the blasting site. Should a detector beep, staff are advised to leave the area immediately and call the Security Department at ext. 5000.
Pavilion K: Update on dynamite scheduleThe JGH is now beginning its third week of blasting.Please note changes to the blasting schedule effective as of Tuesday, April 5:Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.If you have any concerns, call extension 2494 or email pavk@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Pavilion K: excavations involving dynamiteOver the past several months, crews have been hard at work excavating the area where Pavilion K will be located. To speed up the removal of large rock beds, and to limit the duration of disruptive noise, dynamite will be used from Monday, March 14.Each blast will last a fraction of a second, with slight vibrations and a muffled boom sound at the time of the blast.All necessary safety measures have been put into place, including seismographs in various locations to measure and limit the intensity of the vibrations and sounds. In addition, the Pavilion K Planning Group has met with representatives of several departments to discuss the possible effects of dynamite-related vibrations on sensitive equipment.For up-to-the-minute information, please consult jgh.ca/now or call ext. 2494 or email pavk@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Pavilion K: Share your comments or suggestionsNow that the excavation process is fully under way for the new Pavilion K, your opinion matters more than ever.This critical-care pavilion will benefit all users by improving the quality of health care in a spacious environment that emphasizes privacy and the prevention of infection. A new Emergency Department, tentatively scheduled to open in 2012, will be the first fruits of this labour.The advantages will be numerous, but to get to that point, we’ll have to put up with some disruptions to daily routines. That’s why the JGH Planning and Development team want to hear from you—to find ways of making this process as smooth as possible.If you have any comments or suggestions that you’d like to share, please send them to pavk@jgh.mcgill.ca or call ext. 2494.Together, we’re building not only a new pavilion, but a better healthcare system.
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A newsletter focuses exclusively on the hospital’s Transformational Change projects and their progress is now available electronically. Geared toward staff, this newsletter will allow people working in all areas of the hospital to stay informed on what the JGH is doing to continually improve its services to benefit patients and staff.
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A newsletter that will focus exclusively on the hospital’s Transformational Change projects and their progress will be in distribution soon. Geared toward staff, this newsletter will allow people working in all areas of the hospital to stay informed on what the JGH is doing to continually improve its services to benefit patients and staff. This newsletter will be distributed by email, so if you are not on Lotus Notes and would like to receive this publication, please send your email address to Dana Frank on Lotus. A limited number of printed copies will also be available.
On Monday, October 3, Quebec’s Minister of Health and Social Services spent his afternoon at the JGH. Dr. Yves Bolduc came to get firsthand experience of the progress being made by the hospital’s Transformational Change program.
He attended two Process Improvement Team meetings – one in the Department of Medicine and the other in the Department of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Bolduc contributed his thoughts and hopes for the projects, as well as his congratulations to staff for their hard work and dedication in moving toward positive and sustainable change.
To see photos from the Minister’s visit, click here.
The excitement is catching on!
As many of you are now aware, changes around the hospital are progressing and showing signs of success. At every step along the way, we want to hear from you, the staff, who are pivotal in the success of these projects.
To reach the Transformational Change team with any questions, feedback, opinions or concerns, email transformation@jgh.mcgill.ca. For up to date information on the program, visit jgh.ca/transformationalchange or pick up the new issues of Pulse and JGH News, on stands around the hospital now.
The Department of Information Technology has been working in multiple areas and departments to provide the JGH with the highest quality of services. The Department of IT pursues projects that will contribute to and enhance patient safety, quality of care, and that will also benefit employees.
To stay informed and up to date on the projects currently in progress around the hospital, please visit jgh.ca/it. This list of projects will be updated monthly.
Lotus Notes is now available for staff on iPhones
Lotus Notes email accounts are now available to JGH employees on iPhones, in addition to access already available to staff on blackberry phones.
Anyone who would like arrange for access should contact CSIT.
Email: &CSIT Help Desk/Gjuif/Reg06/SSSSGen
Phone: Extension 8254 |