| MaineHealth News & Updates |
Mileage Reimbursement Rate to Increase July 1It is the policy of MaineHealth to reimburse employees for travel costs associated with hospital/work-related activities. The rate used is the standard mileage rate established by the IRS each calendar year. Effective July 1, 2022, the IRS mileage rate will increase by four cents to 62.5 cents per mile. As a result, MaineHealth’s employee reimbursement rate for business miles traveled with their own vehicle will also become 62.5 cents per mile for miles traveled on or after July 1, 2022. The updated 2022 mileage reimbursement form can be found here. For 2022 travel prior to July 1, please use the form found here. |
Travel Differently: Get Rewarded for Greener TripsWith high gas prices and the recent relaunch of GO MAINE, there is no better time for MaineHealth care team members to help reduce vehicle miles traveled and meet greenhouse gas emissions goals. Individual benefits include: · Find Rides. GO MAINE members have access to an interactive mobile and web app with a Trip Planner that lists travel options for any route in Maine. The Trip Planner provides details on carpools, vanpools, local transit, mass transit, Park & Ride options, designated bicycle routes, and more. · Record Your Trips and Get Rewards. Whether you’re already reducing your travel or want to get started, get rewarded for your efforts by earning reward points that add up to money-saving offers from local and national businesses, stores and restaurants. You can even enter monthly gift card drawings. · Emergency Ride Home. GO MAINE’s Emergency Ride Home program covers the cost of a ride home for participating members, providing important peace of mind if you must work unscheduled overtime or deal with a qualified emergency. · Save Money. Using any of GO MAINE’s numerous options rather than traveling by single occupancy vehicle saves you money. · Feel Good. You can contribute to the State’s efforts to meet our emissions reduction goals. When GO MAINE members record trips, you can track your immediate impact by reducing vehicle miles traveled, gasoline consumption, and CO2 emissions. GO MAINE is free and easy. You’ll get 1,000 reward points just for signing up. Sign up for GO MAINE today! Similar programs with comparable perks also exist in New Hampshire, such as the Commute Smart program. |
Reminder: Student Loan Forgiveness through Tuition.io You still have time to see if you qualify for public student loan forgiveness (PSLF). Individuals who work at a non-profit organization, such as MaineHealth, who meet certain requirements may qualify for forgiveness of their remaining federal student loan balance.
Get started with our new education assistance benefit, Tuition.io. It is quick and easy to sign up, and there is no cost to you or your family. You have until October 31, 2022 to take advantage of the PSLF limited waiver opportunity. Log into the Tuition.io portal and create a profile. Visit [mainehealth.tuition.io/register]mainehealth.tuition.io/register for a registration link. Use your email ending with @mainehealth.org. |
Last Call: Healthy Payback Submissions for Period One We are nearing the end of Healthy Payback Period One. Your online reimbursement submissions are due no later than June 30, 2022. Care team members are eligible for up to $100 reimbursement per payback period for participating in qualified wellness programs. Your reimbursement will be applied to your paycheck within one month after submission.
Click here for additional information on the WOW Healthy Paybacks Program. |
Career Exploration Event Recordings AvailableThe Care Team Member Career Exploration Event featuring MaineHealth leaders and representatives from across the health system was a successful event last month, showcasing a sample of employment and training programs, career pathways, benefits, external partnerships and other great resources available to MaineHealth care team members.   Pamela Pinto, Customer Service Specialist at SMHC (right) and Tierney Lynch, Employment Specialist IV, MMC Department of Vocational Services (left), were the raffle prize winners from the Career Exploration Event. Pinto said, “I was amazed at how many behind the scene jobs we offer outside the patient direct care and that some were even offering pay while you are being trained and schooling with MaineHealth.”
Below are event recordings: - Morning Session Recording: information about CNA, phlebotomy and talent acquisition opportunities, plus Adult Education programs/offerings
- Evening Session Recording: information about medical assistant, surgical technology and talent acquisition, plus programs/offerings at The Roux Institute at Northeastern University and through the Community College System
Interested in learning more about the MaineHealth Center for Workforce Development? Visit their website or email workforcedevelopment@mainehealth.org. |
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion |
Pride Panel Discussion: Compassionate and Inclusive Care The LGBTQ+ Care Team Member Network is pleased to share the 2022 Pride Panel Discussion, featuring MaineHealth care team members Andy Mueller, MD, CEO, Selaine M. Lucerne, LGBTQ+ CTMN Community Coordinator and DEI Ambassador, Sebastiane Sacerdoti-Ravenscroft, DEI Specialist in Education and DEI Ambassador, and Brandy Brown, DSW, LCSW, Sr. Program Manager, Gender Clinic. The panel also included Ren Morrill, Prevention Program Coordinator, Frannie Peabody Center and Jennifer Daigle, APRN-CNP, Clinical Program Coordinator of Gender-Affirming Services, Greater Portland Health.
Our panelists discussed barriers to care for the LGBTQ+ community, what compassionate, affirming care looks like, and what MaineHealth is working on to activate our theme of “compassionate and inclusive care.” View the video to learn more and consider how we can keep the spirit of Pride alive beyond June and show support for LGBTQ+ individuals throughout the year. |
The Spark: Innovation at MaineHealth |
Thank You for Joining Us! Thank you for joining MaineHealth Innovation in celebrating MaineHealth care team members who are developing innovative solutions to unmet care needs! In case you missed it, check out some notable highlights below and watch the recording!
Notable Highlights from the Event: • 20 Innovators • 3 LHS Spotlighted | Memorial | Franklin | ACO/MidCoast • 2 Strategic Partners | USM | ROUX + 1 Innovation Clinical Coach Moderated • 161 RSVPs - 38 different organizations and sectors | universities, industry, state agencies and non-profits Chats from Audience: “Your incredible work is supporting our vision of working together so our communities are the healthiest in America! Thank you all. So inspiring!” “I am so impressed by the fearlessness and brilliance of all the presenters/innovators -- all keeping our patients at the center of what they do!” “All of you presenters are working on such inspiring products and programs. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences! I love the message to take initiative and take chances.” |
Innovator Spotlight: Reimagining Hospital Gowns with NewGownTM Patients with an altered mental status are a common sight on the orthopedic, neurological and trauma units at Maine Medical Center. For years, Neuroscience Patient Navigator Sara Cox, CNRN, observed patients pull at their medical lines and tubes due to discomfort. Many patients wear “mitts” to prevent interruptions to their treatment, and transitional care facilities cannot accept patients wearing mitts, so discharge may be delayed. Sara was inspired to find a way to help and reimagined the traditional hospital gown to accommodate neuro-compromised patients with comfort and proper coverage. Learn more about Sara’s innovation journey and how she is making an impact on patient care.
Inspired by these innovators? You can learn about the MaineHealth Innovation programs here: https://innovation.mainehealth.org/programs/ MaineHealth Innovation is committed to fostering a culture of innovation within MaineHealth and among our community partners. To learn more about these or other innovation opportunities at MaineHealth, visit the MaineHealth Innovation website or email innovation_center@mainehealth.org. |
| Professional & Educational Opportunities |
Register Now for the 11th Annual Let’s Go! Conference The 11th Annual Let’s Go! National Obesity Conference is set to take place September 22-23 via Zoom. Join Let’s Go! and leading national and local experts to raise awareness and understanding of the impact of inequity on obesity and how to change practice to reduce disparities in care. Expand clinical knowledge, learn current best practice and hear about how to support patients. Register today!
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