Category: Informed

Executive Assistant, Strategy and Regional Transformation

Shared on behalf of Jessica Logozzo, Vice President, Strategy and Regional Transformation

I am pleased to announce that Simona Serrao will be taking on the role of Executive Assistant, Strategy and Regional Transformation. Simona has been a trusted member of our hospital and regional team since May 2023 when she joined us as the Senior Administrative Assistant to the Regional Chief Information Officer and Director of Strategy & Performance.

In her new role, Simona will be a key point of contact for internal and external leaders across the North West region as we advance partnerships and regional initiatives. She will be a key link to building strong relationships across many partners in our region and advancing multiple initiatives and committees, including our Strategic Plan.

Since 2023, Simona has established herself as an approachable and valuable member of our team. Her experience and involvement in supporting the digital health vision for Northwestern Ontario, working with Ontario Health Teams, and supporting the Strategic Plan for TBRHSC will be a tremendous asset as she takes on this role. Simona also brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as an Administrative Assistant at St. Joseph’s Care Group, bringing a broad understanding of the health system. Please join me in welcoming Simona to her new role, effective January 29!

I would like to extend a huge thank you to Shannon Maki who has been providing coverage over the past 3 months. Shannon has gone above and beyond in her efforts and willingness to assist, and has been an incredible support and colleague.

Lakehead Thunderwolves ‘Think Pink’ Games

On Saturday January 20 and 27, the Lakehead University Thunderwolves Women’s Volleyball and Basketball teams will be fundraising for the Northern Cancer Fund, with a specific focus on breast cancer through their ‘Think Pink’ games.

Enjoy a night of exciting women’s sports while supporting a great cause. Fans are encouraged to bring a little extra cash to participate in the travel draw or by purchasing ‘Think Pink’ merchandise!


Saturday January 20 – Lakehead Thunderwolves Volleyball vs Nipissing Lakers 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday January 27th – Lakehead Thunderwolves Basketball vs Brock Badgers 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Located at the CJ Sanders Fieldhouse, 595 Sanders Drive Thunder Bay, Ontario

$6 for students /children, $10 for adults


For more information or to donate to one of the Thunderwolves teams, check out the links below!
Lakehead University Volleyball Think Pink Fundraiser 2024 Canadahelps
Lakehead University Basketball Think Pink Fundraiser 2024 Canadahelps

Maternity Centre Mondays

Welcome to our December Babies

The Maternity Centre at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) provides prenatal care for the residents of Thunder Bay and surrounding region. Our team is committed to providing evidence-based maternity care that is safe, respectful and culturally sensitive.

No referrals are necessary to access care at the Maternity Centre.

During pregnancy, you are welcome to call the Maternity Centre to schedule an appointment with one of our prenatal care providers. All of our programs are accessible with your Ontario health card.

This week’s Maternity Centre Monday post welcomes the 107 babies born at TBRHSC during the month of December. Congratulations on the new bundles of joy!

Find out more at our website bit.ly/TBRHSC-Maternity-Centre

Recruitment of Research Ethics Board Members for TBRHSC

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is currently recruiting volunteers to serve on the Research Ethics Board (REB).  We are looking for three new members; 

  1. Two Indigenous community members (1 core voting, 1 alternate) not affiliated with Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and able to provide input regarding your knowledge about the Indigenous community of Thunder Bay and discuss issues and research from this perspective;
  2. One alternate member knowledgeable in relevant research disciplines, fields and methodologies in areas of research covered by the TBRHSC REB.

Although the alternate member is welcome to attend all REB meetings and may be asked to participate as a primary reviewer on specific studies, their primary responsibility is to provide coverage when the regular REB member is not available to perform reviews or attend meetings.

If you are interested in more information about this opportunity, please e-mail your cover letter and resume to Carol Pelletier, Research Ethics Officer at TBRHSC.REO@tbh.net by January 22, 2024. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your email.

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview, with the final decision being made by the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre Board of Directors Chair. Please see attached memos for more information.

Recruitment for TBRHSC REB – Indigenous Community Members

Recruitment for TBRHSC REB – Alternate Research Member

Emergency Preparedness Lead

Shared on behalf of Nicole Moffett, Emergency Preparedness, Switchboard, and Security Manager

I am pleased to announce that Mēsha Richard was the successful candidate for the permanent position of Lead, Emergency Preparedness. Mēsha has been a passionate member of our Hospital team since May 2022 when she joined our organization as the temporary Lead, Emergency Preparedness.

Mēsha will continue to be responsible for developing, maintaining, and communicating processes related to Emergency Preparedness at TBRHSC. She will oversee emergency preparedness measures and exercises to continually improve emergency preparedness and will work with those who deliver education and training at TBRHSC to ensure that appropriate education is in place.

Since 2022 Mēsha has established herself as an approachable and knowledgeable member of our team. Some examples of Mēsha’s accomplishments include collaboration with teams to update many of our Emergency Code policies, progressing expansion of e-observation, and enhancing our approach to debriefing incidents. She is an experienced and active member of the greater emergency preparedness professional community, and obtained a Master of Disaster and Emergency Management from York University.

Mēsha’s office continues to be located in ICP Administration — Room 2170 and she can be reached at 807-684-6552.

Please join me in welcoming Mēsha as a permanent member of our team!

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National Ribbon Skirt Day

On National Ribbon Skirt Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to learn about the sacredness of the ribbon skirt and the importance of Indigenous traditions.

The ribbon skirt is a traditional clothing item worn by Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people to celebrate and honour their identity, culture and traditions. One of many teachings of the Ribbon Skirt is that it symbolizes the connection between women and two-spirit people to the Earth and the Grandmother moon. It is a garment worn with pride.

Did you know? In December 2020, 10-year-old Isabella Kulak of Cote First Nation wore a ribbon skirt to a formal day at her school. A staff member told Isabella that the outfit was not formal enough, and the story sparked a movement. Indigenous women from across the country began to share photos of themselves wearing ribbon skirts to show pride in their tradition and identity. The movement became so large that Canada now recognizes January 4 as National Ribbon Skirt Day.

Dr. Miranda Lesperance, Vice President of Indigenous Collaboration, Equity and Inclusion, Annette Klement, Cultural Safety Educator, and Jillian Larabee, Indigenous Care Coordinator wore their beautiful ribbon skirts today. Dr. Miranda Lesperance and her team are working to implement the equity, diversity and inclusion pillar of our Strategic Plan 2026. This pillar will ensure that the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre embeds equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do, and provides a culturally safe experience for all patients and staff.

Left to Right: Jillian Larabee, Annette Klement, Dr. Miranda Lesperance

ADFS Username Change

Shared on behalf of Information Technology

In preparation for upcoming upgrades, IT is required to update the username format for applications listed below.

Starting Wednesday, January 11 at 0000hrs, your username will now be firstname.lastname

Examples:

  • MaryAnn Smith would login with MaryAnn.Smith
  • Brian Adam2 would login with Brian.Adam2

NOTE:  Your password will not change.  All other usernames will not be affected.

Impacted Applications

  • Help Desk – Self Service
  • Entrypoint
  • Webex
  • Dimensions – UKG

All external access to:

  • GroupWise Webmail
  • Intranet
  • Virtuo ESS

IT will also update the website login screen to remind you of the new format. 

For more information or any issues logging in, contact the Help Desk at help@tbh.net.

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COVID-19 OUTBREAK, 1A Acute Oncology

Shared on behalf of Infection Prevention and Control

An outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared on 1A Acute Oncology unit as of January 3, 2024. All restrictions are in place.

Please share this information with the appropriate staff.

As always, our number one priority is the safety of patients and their families, staff and visitors. All patients identified as having an exposure to this outbreak will require isolation with appropriate additional precautions.

The department of Infection Prevention and Control encourages everyone to keep applying the routine practices of hand hygiene, proper use of PPE, equipment cleaning, and the appropriate admission screening of all patients. Please set an example for staff and students and assist us by maintaining compliance and due diligence.

For more information, contact Infection Prevention and Control at 807-684-6094.

StaffRight Downtime for Calendar Advance (January 6)

Shared on behalf of Michael Iorianni, Manager, Payroll & Accounting

Payroll will be advancing the StaffRight calendar on Saturday January 6, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:30 p.m.  All employees will need to exit StaffRight during that time period.

The calendar advance will allow employees to view their schedule up until the end of June 2025. The calendar advance will also archive the time period from July 2022 to June 2023, making this period unavailable for viewing. 

Thank you for your cooperation.

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