Non-Technical Skills for OR Teams: Intensive Master Class

Non-technical skills, including decision-making and communication, are essential for safe surgical care. This interactive, two-day course will cover tools, technologies and tips for improving non-technical skills, as well as how to work effectively in operating room teams, handle challenging situations and train others. June 1 and 2 at BWH. Early registration ends Wednesday, March 1. For more information and registration, visit tinyurl.com/NOTSS-MasterClass-2017.

Diversity and Inclusiveness Dialogues

This series of conversations aims to foster discussion around creating a work environment where everyone feels welcomed and cared for. Email mgreenwald@partners.org to register. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. The next meeting is Feb. 21, 4-5:30 p.m., in the Patient Care Services conference room.

Job Shadow Day, March 10

Workforce Development is seeking departments to host Boston Public High School students for half a day during Job Shadow Day on Friday, March 10, in collaboration with the Boston Private Industry Council. If you would like to participate, fill out a short survey, available on BWHPikeNotes.org, by Friday, Feb. 24.  Email bwhwfd@partners.org for more information.

Raise Awareness and Funds for Women’s Lung Cancer

Donate a balloon in honor of or in celebration of a loved one who has been affected by lung cancer during the BWH Women’s Lung Cancer Program’s third Balloon-a-thon. Saturday, March 18, 2-4 p.m., in the Building for Transformative Medicine. All funds go toward supporting educational and advocacy initiatives for lung cancer patients and survivors, as well as furthering research efforts. Email mkruithoff@partners.org with questions.