World-first technology helping Australia`s most
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World-first technology helping Australia`s most
iNews 7 October 2013 The official staff newsletter of Monash Health World-first technology helping Australia’s most vulnerable patients Monash Health has been chosen as the first health service in the world to receive the innovative new Carestream DRX 2530C small-format digital radiography detector. The device allows instantaneous diagnostic imaging, with very low radiation dose. The wireless, compact design means it is easily used within the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Monash Medical Centre. “Prior to the arrival of the Carestream device, x-raying babies within NICU was a time-intensive and challenging experience,” said Mark Burgess, Chief Medical Imaging Technologist at Monash Health. “Once we had taken the chest x-ray on the sick baby, we then had to return to the Radiology Department to process the image, which meant the doctors waited up to 10 minutes before they could see the x-ray image.” “This remarkable device is easier, faster, and allows x-raying with almost instant results for critically ill infants. We are thrilled to be the first health service in the world to offer this technology from Carestream.” The device is already in use within NICU after being delivered in September 2013. “The nature of the device allows us to x-ray babies and see the images immediately rather than waiting for the pictures to develop,” said Associate Professor Arvind Sehgal, neonatal physician at Monash Children’s Hosptial. “This can be crucial when a baby has devices or tubing to their lungs that require minute adjustments.” A nurse using the new Carestream device Diana L Nole, President of Digital Medical Solutions at Carestream, said that Monash Health was the first recipient of this product largely due to its excellent track record of innovation in diagnostic imaging. “Monash Health was an ideal candidate for this technology. As a tertiary health service they have a need for the full capability of the device, and it has already proven effective in a clinical setting.” Inside this issue • Chief Executive column p 2 • New machines for Cystic Fibrosis patients p 3 • ‘Clean team’ wins award p 4 • Mental Health Week p 5 • Empowering change through film p 6 • Reporting notifiable incidents p 7 • Brand new domain name p 8 • Monash Celebrates p 9 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice From the Chief Executive Welcome to this edition of iNews. new facilities, and sometimes it’s through improved knowledge. First, we celebrate This week marks an important milestone in the Monash Health calendar as we take the opportunity to celebrate the many wonderful achievements of our staff. There is an enticing schedule of events planned for Monash Celebrates and one which I’m particularly looking forward to is the annual Staff Arts awards. Translating clinical-led research into practice is a critical exercise and one which we are committed to at Monash Health. As you are aware we are investing in the Monash Health Translation Precinct facility which will provide a dynamic and collaborative environment for over 400 medical researchers and clinicians from Monash Health, Prince Henry’s Institute, the Monash Institute of Medical Research and Monash University, to bring innovative scientific discoveries to life in clinical practice. We’ve had an enthusiastic response to our call for entries and I’ve been very impressed with the hidden talents of our staff. Whilst we anticipate the construction of this new world-class facility, we continue to lead the way in translational research in many areas. Art plays an important role in health because it has a unique capacity to bring people together to promote goodwill and a sense of belonging, and in recent days I’ve definitely noticed an increase in the number of people stopping to enjoy and discuss the exhibition. Of note is our Friedreich ataxia clinic which is extremely successful at delivering evidencebased care to people with Friedreich ataxia. Friedreich's ataxia is an autosomal recessive inherited disease that causes progressive damage to the nervous system, resulting in symptoms ranging from gait disturbance to speech problems. It can also lead to heart disease and diabetes. Monash Celebrates is also a time to recognise our members of staff receiving long service awards as well as winners of awards through our Recognition and Rewards program. Recently I’ve had the pleasure of reading an article in the American Academy of Neurology which showcased how Dr Louise Corben, Senior Clinician, and the team at our Friedreich ataxia clinic are translating our clinical research into service delivery in the area of sleep-disordered breathing. We place a great emphasis on our iCARE values and this program provides all staff and volunteers the opportunity to nominate a colleague for their contribution to our wonderful organisation. Awards aside, there are many every day achievements we can – and should – celebrate and I encourage you find a reason to enjoy our Monash Celebrates week with your colleagues. As a result of this work, the team has been leading an international group which has written soon-to-be published clinical management guidelines for people with Friedreich ataxia. It is exactly this kind of work which makes a meaningful difference in our patients’ lives and this week is the perfect week to celebrate it. Mental Health Week This week is also Mental Health Week, a time when we can reflect on the wellbeing of ourselves and those around us. Monash Health is supporting Mental Health Week with a number of events and initiatives for staff and visitors. Shelly Park Chief Executive Another proud moment Improvements in healthcare come in many guises. Sometimes it’s new infrastructure as we saw last week with the opening of two impressive 2 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice New machines help Cystic Fibrosis patients breathe a little easier Two new BiPAP devices, used in the treatment of cystic fibrosis, have recently arrived at Monash Children’s Hospital and will help staff better care for young patients. The devices cost $5,000 each and were purchased thanks to the efforts and support of Friends of the Children Foundation, who organised the first inaugural Walk for Monash Children’s Hospital and a ‘Bollywood’ themed dinner. Cystic fibrosis is an incurable genetic disease and it is the most common life-limiting genetic condition in Australia. It affects the lungs and is a lifelong illness that must be managed every day with medication. The average life expectancy in Australia is just 38 years of age, although this is improving thanks to research and improved treatment. Physiotherapist Yalini Vijeyakumar with Cystic Fibrosis patient, Cameron Edwards The BiPAP device provides positive pressure in both inspiration and expiration, applied via a face mask over the nose and mouth. Both pressures can be adjusted for comfort and to achieve maximum chest expansion and improve lung clearance by opening small airways. incredibly grateful to have the latest model BiPAP machines here which have many new features and modes,” he said. “Friends of the Children Foundation rallied to raise funds for these machines once they heard about our need. I would like to thank all their members for their generosity and commitment.” Director of Respiratory Medicine at Monash Children’s Hospital, Associate Professor David Armstrong, said that the new BiPAP machines would replace two out-dated ones which were in urgent need of replacing Friends of the Children Foundation will hold the next Walk for Monash Children’s Hospital on Sunday 2 March 2014. “We know that these machines are widely used in many hospital’s around the world and we are Anniversary party for 8-month old Lucas Lucas Whitelegg was given a six month anniversary party by adoring staff at Monash Children’s Hospital’s Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Having spent six months at PICU, Lucas has become very popular amongst PICU staff and is never shy of a visitor! A big thank you to Zouki Café for donating the catering for this occasion. 3 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice ‘Clean Team’ wins Rosemary Pirie Award The ‘Rosemary Pirie’ Award was awarded to Monash Health and accepted, on behalf of their team, by Shannon Wight, Acting Director Support Services and Julie Ryan, Quality and Training Manager, for their project “Introduction of new cleaning methods and credentialing processes for environmental services and patient services assistants by establishing new quality assurance parameters and staff training”. This award was in recognition of the cleaning innovations work that Support Services, in collaboration with Infection Control, have implemented across many of the Monash Health clinical areas. The award was presented at the Institute of Hospitality in Healthcare Conference held in Adelaide on 22 August 2013. Shannon Wight and Julie Ryan accepting the award Strong winds and wild weather causes damage Chief Executive Shelly Park would like to thank everyone involved in repairing the damage caused by the strong winds and wild weather across Victoria last week. Monash Medical Centre lost power for 40 minutes around 5am on Tuesday which caused issues with pressure alternating mattresses in one ward. Other sites including Cockatoo, 229 Thomas St and 23 Foster St also experienced power loss. A fallen tree caused damaged at Moorabbin Hospital The water main burst at 314A Thomas St which cut off the water supply to the building. Thank you to operational and clinical leadership, engineering, switchboard and security staff who worked around the clock to implement contingency plans which included relocating staff to other sites where necessary and working swiftly to repair the damage and restore operations back to normal whilst keeping our patients, visitors and work colleagues safe. At Moorabbin Hospital, a fallen tree damaged the dialysis unit, whilst at Kingston Centre, fallen tree branches damaged various parts of the site. 4 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Mental Health Week 6 - 12 October 2013 This week is Mental Health Week and World Mental Health Day this Thursday 10 October. Mental Health Week aims to activate, educate and engage Victorians about mental health through a week of interactive events across the state. Events include an official launch, community festivals, art exhibitions, music, theatre and seminars. From its beginnings in 1985, Mental Health Week has grown to encompass hundreds of events and a multitude of individuals, community groups and service providers throughout the state. 2012 CEO Choice Award: Australia Landscape, Ashley Ames The Monash Health mental health program has organised stands with information and resources at each of these sites: • Clayton • Moorabbin • Dandenong • Casey • Kingston • Cranbourne Monash Health staff are encouraged to drop by a display stand and vote for the art competition. Look out for other local events organised by some of our community partners such as kite flying with ERMHA www.ermha.org and Celebrate Mental Health Walk with MIND on Wednesday 9 October 2013 www.carersouth.org.au/news/annual-mentalhealth-walk The Monash Health mental health program also conducts an art competition each year with six pieces being purchased for display throughout mental health program sites. For more information about Mental Health Week, visit www.mentalhealthvic.org.au ACEM Leadership Scholarship Dr Diana Egerton-Warburton was recently awarded the ACEM Leadership Scholarship from the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine. The scholarship is intended to provide opportunities for existing and emerging leaders to develop strategic leadership skills that will enable them to contribute to the College’s future and the future of emergency medicine in Australasia. Dr Egerton-Warburton is the Director of Emergency Medicine Research Monash Medical Centre and Adjunct Senior Lecture at Monash University Successful applicants are expected to apply their knowledge and skills to ongoing advocacy initiatives and form part of the College’s Leadership Alumni. This prestigious scholarship aims to support and encourage Fellows with demonstrated leadership ability to engage in professional development activities that will enhance their leadership capacity. Congratulations to Dr Egerton-Warburton on this achievement. 5 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Empowering change through film The role of a Health Promotion Practitioner often involves working with sensitive but vital health matters within the community. With the strong support of The RE Ross Trust, Monash Health was able to engage the services of documentary film maker Rochelle Humphrey, who collaborated with Faduma last year to develop the film's synopsis. For Monash Health Community Health Team Leader Trish Plompen, Community Worker Faduma Salah Musse and freelance documentary film maker Rochelle Humphrey, the complex issue of female genital mutilation (FGM) has been brought to light in a new 15 minute film entitled Empowering Change. Rochelle, who holds a Masters degree in International Relations, studied the issue of FGM whilst specialising in Human Rights and International Law. Rochelle says, "I want to capture the essence of strength in women who choose to stand up and challenge a cultural practice whilst respecting and conveying the importance of culture. The standpoint had to come from women who have experiences with FGM and for it to be a cultural challenge that came from within, being careful not to make a film that was arrogant and judgemental." Hailing from Somaliland, Faduma Salah Musse wears many hats in her local community in Melbourne's south east. As Community Development Worker and Family and Reproductive Rights Education Program (FARREP) Worker at Monash Health's Dandenong Community Health Service, Faduma actively engages in providing education to prevent the occurrence of FGM, a shocking practice that still occurs in some countries within Africa, the Middle East and parts of Asia. Material for the film was developed based on a series of workshops with the women in the film. This workshop unearthed the most important issues for discussion. Together they have used an aesthetically beautiful film making approach to raise awareness and start a dialogue about FGM prevention, thereby tackling a difficult health issue for many women in our community. In a new health promotion film entitled Empowering Change, Faduma shares her own personal story and talks about her efforts to end this centuries’ old custom. Her determination is also strongly supported by the testimonies of other African women about the damaging physical and emotional effects that this practice brings with it and highlights their commitment to future generations to be free from FGM. Rochelle says, “I found the women who shared their opinions and ideas to be inspiring, powerful and strong. I am very honoured and pleased to be part of this film which is about such an important health issue that needs to be better understood." Empowering Change will be launched on Tuesday 15 October 2013 at 10.30 – 11.30am at Lecture Theatre 1, Monash Medical Centre Clayton. Refer to page 11 for more information. Community Health Team Leader Trish Plompen says FARREP workers have been providing education sessions with mainstream health workers for many years and the most powerful part of the training is hearing first-hand the experiences and life journeys that FARREP workers have endured as refugees from countries where FGM is practised. Trish says that all the women involved in the development of this film were very excited to be part of the project and were willing to share their experiences so that others could learn from it. Empowering Change will be available online at www.monashhealth.org after the launch. Monash Health would like to acknowledge and thank The RE Ross Trust for their generous funding of this project. The film could not have been produced without their support. 6 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Reporting Notifiable Incidents What happens if someone is injured, or wishes to report a hazard within the public area of our facilities, in our carparks or grounds? The first point of contact where this incident is reported or has occurred is responsible for submitting a RiskMan report on behalf of the injured person. If the incident is serious, the Nursing Coordinator or OHS Consultant for that site should also be contacted in case the incident requires a report to WorkSafe. The Monash Health employee must offer to assist the client to the Emergency Department (or otherwise ensure that medical assistance is accessible to the injured person if the particular site does not have an Emergency Department) and report the incident in RiskMan. The person submitting a RiskMan report may need to ‘add managers’ to make sure the appropriate people are notified of the incident. The site manager, OHS consultant, client liaison officer or engineering manager may be among the most appropriate people to alert to the incident. If required, the Nursing Coordinator may be contacted for help in gaining assistance for the client. When reporting the incident in RiskMan, include the client’s name, contact details and as much information as possible about exactly where and how the incident happened. This enables the required follow-up to assist the client and to rectify the hazard. For example, a client is on a Monash Health site to attend an outpatient appointment. Upon reaching the intended destination, the client tells a Monash Health employee (eg receptionist, treatment provider or nurse) that they had fallen in the car park and that part of their body is very sore (eg ankle, knee, shoulder or other body part). Please search “OHS Notifiable” in Prompt for additional information on what constitutes a Notifiable Incident and guidance on how to proceed. Inside - iNotice Improving IT services – PC Audit Please note that as part of the Windows 7 and PC upgrade project, there will be contractors conducting audits across all Monash Health sites over the next four weeks. The contractors will barcode scan each Desktop PC Asset ID and map its physical location. Please turn to page 9 for the latest organisation notices including New This Week, Up Coming and Ongoing notices. Visit the intranet page for submission details and past issues. Once the audit is complete, site managers will be advised as to when their area will be targeted for PC replacement and/or PC ‘reimaging’ (removing existing Windows XP and installing Windows 7). The latest edition of HR Advisor contains information about career vacancies, professional development courses and other essential employment information. Over the next two weeks, a pilot program for PC replacement or reimaging will take place at two sites: Outpatients, Monash Medical Centre (clinical) and Greater Dandenong Community Health Service (administrative). 7 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Brand new domain name An important step in the process of corporate rebranding to Monash Health is to migrate our domain name and email addresses to @monashhealth.org. IT Services is responsible for full implementation of the new domain name and aims to complete this over the coming weeks. They aim to make this transition as seamless as possible. Microsoft Outlook Once the transition is complete, staff emails will be sent using the new [email protected] address. Staff may have noticed that we have been able to receive emails on our new name [email protected] but that emails are still being sent using the [email protected]. Rosters, Kronos and other HR related systems will be progressively moved across to the new domain name over the coming weeks. Our remote access system Citrix and other externally facing systems and major applications will also be moved to the new domain by early November. IT Services have set up an intranet page outlining these changes and to help answer common questions and concerns that staff may have. Please visit http://intranet.southernhealth.org.au/shcs/ mondomchange/default.htm Improving car parking at Clayton Work will soon begin on the Northern Multi-Deck Car Park which will improve car parking facilities for staff at Monash Medical Centre Clayton. Construction works will include a 900-space multi-deck car park and improvements to the current parking area. Entries now closed Over 40 films from around the world During construction, car park allocations may change for some staff. Preliminary works will begin in October and it is anticipated that the car park will be completed by June 2014. Melbourne award night and premiere screening will be held on 14 October 2013 at ACMI iNews We are making changes to the delivery of iNews. From the next edition you will receive iNews every fortnight on a Wednesday. The next issue will be published on Wednesday 16 October 2013. Deadline for submissions is 8am Monday 14 October 2013. Visit the intranet page for submission details and past issues. Federation Square For tickets and more informationvisit... www.reelhealthfilm.com 8 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Monash Medical Centre lift refurbishments Following the successful refurbishment of lifts 1.1, 1.2 and 2.1 works will commence on lift 5.1 on 15 October 2013. Work on this lift is expected to be completed by 10 December 2013. The two other lifts in this bank will remain available for regular use. However during patient meal delivery times (11.45am – 1.30pm) there will only be one lift available for patient and visitor use. Staff are encouraged to use the stairs during this time. Support Services has a contingency plan in place if any issues arise from these refurbishments. If you notice any problems with lifts please contact Engineering immediately on 9594 1668. advise patients, visitors and staff of alternative routes. Thank you for your patience during these refurbishments. Monash Health staff will be informed of upcoming lift upgrades via iNews and signage will also 31st Victorian Seniors Festival On Friday, 11 October, over 190 public sector residential aged care services in Victoria are celebrating the contribution of those people who care for the people who live in our public sector residential aged care services. staff who all make a real difference to lives of people living at Monash Health aged care services. This celebration, taking place during the 2013 Victorian Seniors Festival, is a fitting time to pay tribute to the hard work and compassion shown by our staff. This day is part of an annual state-wide celebration. The theme of the celebration is 'aged care: making a difference'. The 31st Victorian Seniors Festival has events and festivities taking place statewide throughout October. Local events such as morning teas, barbecue lunches will provide the opportunity for residents and families to thank staff who are dedicated to caring for our elderly citizens. For information about the festival visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au Residential aged care staff bring specialist skills in the management of chronic and complex diseases, pain management and palliative care whilst supporting older people to live happy and active lives. To request a copy of the program, pick one up from your Coles store, local council, neighbourhood house, or call Seniors Information Victoria on 1300 135 090 or visit the www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au We have a highly skilled team at our service from our cleaning and kitchen staff, to our receptionists, nurses and other direct care 9 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice We’re celebrating this week! 7-13 October Monash Celebrates recognises and celebrate staff achievements Events this week: Length of Service Awards Healthy Opportunities Expos Staff Arts Exhibition The Monash Health Gala Ball Cultural Responsiveness Training Find out more> Staff Arts exhibition and awards evening Tuesday 8 October 2013 at 4.00pm Please join us at this celebratory event of an exhibition of art works by Monash Health staff and volunteers. Staff, families and friends are welcome The event will also include the announcement of our 2013 exhibition winners. Common Bee Eater, Desmond Downall Monash Health Art Space Level 2, Monash Medical Centre, 246 Clayton Road, Clayton VIC 3168 Gallery open 24/7 t: 03 9594 7626 e: [email protected] 10 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Mental Health Week 6-12 October 2013 Mental Health – What do you know? For information about Mental Health Week, contact the Mental Health Foundation of Australia (Victoria). Email: [email protected] Winner of the Mental Health Week Consumer Art Competition: ‘Positive Connections Through Creativity’ Mental Health Foundation Australia (Victoria) For events in your area visit: mentalhealthvic.org.au health.vic.gov.au/mentalhealth/mhweek.htm Celebrating Children’s Week 2013 Monash Health Vulnerable Children Committee invite you to participate in an educational forum Working with Vulnerable Children in Health Key note presentations • Cumulative harm - the latest evidence • Social media safety • The impact of childhood trauma Case presentations by Monash Health staff • Responding to possible medical neglect • Non-accidental injuries within the acute health setting When: Monday 21 October, 12.30pm– 4.30pm (includes afternoon tea) Where: Lecture Theatre 1, Monash Medical Centre Clayton Cost: No charge to Monash Health staff and Monash University students; external agencies: $20 Contact: Bronwyn McFadyen RSVP: www.trybooking.com/DNYX 11 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice Exercise Physiology Week 7-15 October 2013 About us Services The term ʻExercise Physiologistʼ describes an Allied Health Professional within the field of exercise rehabilitation. Exercise Physiologists are university qualified and specialise in the delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural modification programs to assist in restoring oneʼs optimal physical health and wellness. • Strength and Conditioning training • Cardiovascular fitness training • Aerobic and anaerobic testing • Functional Capacity Conditioning (ADL and work) • Community based gym program design • Transition in to the community ongoing programs (long term lifestyle preventative education and management) • Comprehensive fitness assessment • Facilitate transition in to ongoing programs in the community • Cardiac Rehabilitation- Phase 2 and 3 • Pulmonary Rehabilitation- Phase 2 and 3 • Heart Failure Rehabilitation- Phase 3 • Group activities – eg Fitness, Balance, Walking, Running, Cycle reeducation groups • Sport / Recreational skill acquisition retraining At Monash Health, Exercise Physiologists provide professional services in the area of exercise rehabilitation, lifestyle modification, disease prevention, behaviour change and support management as part of re-establishing and sustaining functional independence of our clients. Exercise Physiologists provide the following services within Monash Health across the Acute, Sub acute, Community Rehabilitation, Home and Community Care Sectors. ESSA (Exercise and Sports Science Australia) provides the national accreditation program for exercise physiologists. Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are eligible to register with Medicare Australia, the Department of Veteransʼ Affairs, WorkCover and have recognition among a number of health insurers. For more information visit www.essa.com.au or chat with your local Exercise Physiologist today! 12 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice iNotice New this week The official staff notice board [email protected] ‘A Day of Science’ - MHTP Seminar Thursday 31 October 4 - 5pm Lecture Theatre 1 Monash Medical Centre, Clayton with Professor John Carroll (Monash University) Find out more> Asset Hub Training Day This training is provided free of charge as part of the Simulation in a Patient Safety Framework Asset Hub for the Southern Metropolitan and Mornington Peninsula Clinical Placement Networks and is open to all clinicians within these networks. Training for the advanced Laerdal Equipment will be held as follows: Date: 18 October 2013 Venue: Moorabbin Campus, Monash Health: 823-865 Centre Rd, Bentleigh East, Annex Room (level 3). Click here for further information. NHET-Sim Workshop The National Health Education and Training in Simulation (NHET-Sim) is a nationwide program providing training in simulation to healthcare professionals. NHET-Sim is designed for anyone who currently or intends to use simulation as an educational method to support the development of healthcare students and professionals. Date: 28-29 October 2013 Modules: C2, S2 and S4 Venue: Monash Simulation, Moorabbin Campus Time: 9am – 5pm Find out more> Open Discussion Skills Training Open Discussion skills based training is available for clinical staff who could expect to be involved in open discussion conversations and have not previously completed training or have had little experience in such conversations. The final workshop for 2013 will be held on 30 October 2013, 1.00–4.30pm at the Simulation and Skills Centre at Moorabbin Hospital. Places are strictly limited! To register please contact Wendy Hatherley, Patient Experience Support Officer, 9594 4018. Open Discussion policy, procedure and checklist are available on Prompt and further information can be found on the Open Discussion intranet page. OfficeMax Diaries for 2014 Coming-up Procurement wishes to advise that diaries for 2014 will be available to order on OfficeMax starting 9 October 2013. Vigilant Team Approach Learning Session (VITALS) Using a case-based, interactive format, this program provides medical, nursing, midwifery and allied health staff an opportunity to discuss the challenges associated with managing sick patients on the ward and provides them with a shared template for patient care. The program has been developed in consultation with senior medical, nursing and allied health staff within Monash Health and has been endorsed by Executive Management. All staff are invited to come and participate in this innovative program! For further information click here. 13 Coming-up 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice OVA Training Sessions OVA – ½ day De-escalation Training: New session dates for the ½ day De-escalation Occupational Violence and Aggression (OVA) training are now available for October. Come along and find out how to manage and prevent OVA and learn how to de-escalate aggressive behaviour. Link to training dates - http://intranet/health_safety/violence-aggression/courses.htm Registration form link - http://intranet/health_safety/violence-aggression/default.htm OVA – ½ day Home Visits Training New session dates for the ½ day Home Visits Occupational Violence and Aggression (OVA) training are now available for October. Come along and find out how to manage and prevent OVA in the community setting. Link to training dates - http://intranet/health_safety/violence-aggression/courses.htm Registration form link - http://intranet/health_safety/violence-aggression/default.htm Negotiating Good Health This conference, hosted by the Health Services Liaison Association (HSLA), will be of interest to people involved with complaints handling, alternative dispute resolution, quality improvement, and consumers, risk managers, policy makers and those interested in diversity in health services. For further conference details click here. How to have a family meeting workshop Monash Doctors Education is pleased to offer a workshop to medical, nursing and allied health staff at Monash Health. Do you dread having family meetings? Do you have trouble managing conflict and delivering expectations? Do you walk away from family meetings feeling unhappy with your performance and wished that you could have handled it differently? Who is this workshop for? All medical, nursing and allied health staff Date: Thursday 31 October 2013 Time: 4.00pm to 6.00pm Where: Monash Medical Centre, McCulloch House, Lecture Theatre Level 1 The workshop is limited to 20 places so secure your place early by contacting: Ms Pina Tyrrell at [email protected], or phone 9594 3743. Please click here for more information. Monash Celebrates Expo For further information on the Monash celebrates expo schedule please click here. Monash Immunisation Monash Immunisation is still recommending and giving influenza vaccine to patients that require it for 2013. We are open for vaccinations Monday to Friday, 9am -4pm, Jessie Macpherson Private suites, suite I. 14 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice “What to do and say when things go wrong” Communicating errors in healthcare is an important and challenging aspect of caring for patients and their families. This workshop has been developed in response to the need to support junior clinicians in managing these difficult situations. It aims to improve participants’ knowledge of open disclosure and will provide skills in discussing low harm incidents. It was developed with input from a patient advocacy group. All medical, nursing and allied health staff are welcome to attend. Two workshops will be offered in 2013: Date: Wednesday 16 October 2013 Time: 2pm to 5.30pm Where: Monash Medical Centre McCulloch House Level 1 Lecture Theatre Date: Wednesday 27 November 2013 Time: 2.00pm to 5.30pm Where: Dandenong Hospital Seminar Room 1 Please click here for more information. Register your attendance early as places are limited: Ms Pina Tyrrell at [email protected]. Reel Health - One Step at a Time One Step at a Time portrays a day in the life of Jane, a counsellor/advocate, as she works with women attending a sexual assault centre and juggles her home life. The stories for this half hour drama are drawn from interviews with clients and counsellors from the South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault (SECASA). Date: Monday 18 November 2013 Time: 6.30 pm for 7.00pm screening Where: Main Lecture Theatre, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton For further information, please click here. The Ritchie Colloquium 2013 - Sleeping Like a Baby (or not) – Solving Childhood Sleep Problems On-going notices This year’s annual Ritchie Colloquium will focus on infant and childhood sleep problems. Date: 28 and 29 November 2013 Where: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Premiership Club Dining Room, Brunton Avenue, East Melbourne 3002 Enquires: Lisieux Jones 03 9594 5445 or [email protected] or to register for this event please click here. Patient Centred Communication Skills Education Monash Doctors Education in collaboration with key partners within and external to the network is proud to announce a brand new suite of communication skills workshops designed to cover some of the most important areas identified by clinicians in Medicine, Nursing and Allied Health. Find out more> Point of Prevalence of Glucocorticoid Use in the Acute Hospital setting Doctors be sure to complete the online Glucocorticoid Use at MMC Clayton survey by clicking here. Your say is important to us and will be used to identify what constitutes regular practice as well as identify potential gaps in the current prescription and management of patients being managed with glucocorticoids in the acute hospital setting. 15 7 October 2013 iNews / iNotice The Health, Safety and Wellbeing training Health, Safety and Wellbeing Training Programs for Managers, Team Leaders/ANUMs, OHS portfolio holders and Health Safety Representatives programs aim to provide you with knowledge and skills to prevent and manage workplace injuries in accordance with legislative requirements. Further information can be accessed by clicking here. In the news Follow all Monash Health positive media coverage on the In The News page on www. monashhealth.org.au and www.monashchildrens.org.au. PROMPT Policy and Procedure Monthly PROMPT update Alert: Click here to view new or revised policies and procedures for the month. External Login: Staff will now be able to access Policies and Procedure from outside of Monash Health via the internet site using a generic log in. This is listed under Health Professionals – Policies and Procedures. Username: shprompt@snh Password: SHPrompt1 Policies and Procedures is available on the intranet site and does not require log in details when accessing internally. Please email pphelpdeskqualityunit@southernhealth. org.au or contact ext 44041 for any queries. iPM Hint of the week This week’s Hint of the Week is available from the Health Information Services (HIS) Intranet page. If you have any queries relating to iPM registrations, admissions, transfers and/or discharges call ext. 47721 Mon - Fri between 8:00am-4:00pm. Do you have iNotice or iNews submissions? Staff are invited to submit items of interest to staff across all sites. Visit the Intranet page to see guidelines and dates. iNotice: email [email protected]. iNews: email [email protected]. Newsletters Other Monash Health newsletters for staff to access via the intranet: • HR Advisor • The Voice of Allied Health • SMICS • MCNews - Monash Children’s staff newsletter • Health, Safety and Wellbeing newsletter • @Risk • The Encapsulator (Pharmacy) • Medication Safety newsletter • Infection Matters newsletter • PROMPT Policy and Procedure: Monthly update • Ambulatory and Community care newsletter • Monash Health Research Newsletter June 2013 Edition • Monash Health Community newsletter • Blood News - WInter 2013 16