Join Brightshores Health System and the Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce at the 9th Annual Mental Health Coffee House! This is a free arts and live music event that will run from 11am – 3pm on May 30, 2024, at the Owen Sound Farmers Market.

Brightshores is dedicated to providing mental health care to our communities through comprehensive programs and services. Learn more about our programing and patient-centred care here, tinyurl.com/432eessu

May 19-25th is Biomedical Engineering Week! At Brightshores, our Biomed team plays a valuable role in patient safety. They ensure that medical equipment and systems are safe and properly maintained to support patient care. Thank you for your hard work!

We are hiring! Visit our careers page to learn more about open roles for registered nurses. 🔗brightshores.ca/careers/

We are hiring a Laboratory Manager! 🔗 Apply for this role today at brightshores.ca/careers/

At Brightshores, our care teams take on many roles in a patient’s journey. Kristen is a nurse at Meaford Hospital, “My favourite part of my role is seeing patients experience relief as we support them. Being able to make a difference in someone's care outcome is my motivator.”

June is Stroke Awareness Month. Stroke is a medical emergency. If you experience any of these signs, call 9-1-1. Do not drive to the hospital. An ambulance will get you to the best hospital for stroke care. 🔗To access more resources please visit, swostroke.ca

The Office of Research and Innovation recently joined Carol Merton on Health Link and shared more about one of their innovation projects. Watch now to learn more about this initiative. youtu.be/G79QXItVY88?si…

Brightshores Health System is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art Wellness and Recovery Centre – Mental Health & Addictions. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place today. Learn more now, tinyurl.com/wwfy9bjn

If you are in need of mental health or addiction services, you can call and connect with a navigator who will direct you to the appropriate Brightshores resource. The phone number is 519-376-3303. The Navigation Line is available Monday – Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Today was Pride Day at Brightshores! This month we celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion. At Brightshores, it is a priority that all members of our communities feel welcome, safe, and supported.

June is Wound Healing Awareness Month. Amber Herrington, RN BScN IIWCC CAPCE, is a wound care specialist. She cares for patients across our health system and throughout Grey and Bruce Counties. 🔗Learn more, digitalsupercluster.ca/projects/advan… Swift Medical Digital

On June 21, we recognize Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Mètis across Canada. We are thankful for the relationships we have with local indigenous communities.

✅ We're hiring! Brightshores participates in provincial nursing incentives such as the Community Commitment Program for Nurses, Nursing Graduate Guarantee and Tuition Support Program for Nurses. 🔗Apply today, brightshores.ca/careers/

Each year at Brightshores Health System our teams prepare and present their projects to be considered for a Quality Award. These awards celebrate the creativity and clinical excellence of our teams at Brightshores. Learn more, 🔗brightshores.ca/news/quality-a…

Brightshores Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) in collaboration with leading partners is spearheading the creation of an Advanced AI Wound Care Network. Read more about this innovation project now! 🔗digitalsupercluster.ca/projects/advan… Swift Medical Digital

We’re hiring Patient Care Assistants! Visit our careers webpage to learn more about current opportunities. 🔗brightshores.ca/careers/

We met with Brightshores Health System where we heard how Swift positively impacted patient care from their #woundcare experts. This is just the beginning, as more AI features and locations will be rolled out. Learn more about our partnership: digitalsupercluster.ca/projects/advan…

August 20th is Medical Transporters Day! At Brightshores, Medical Transporters are our circulation system. They deliver patients, samples, medicine, product, garbage, laundry and mail across our health system. They make a positive impact on patient care every day.

Brightshores celebrated the Olympics this month with our very own Rehab Olympics! The Brightshores Rehabilitation Department provides specialized care for a diverse range of patients, including stroke survivors.