Joel Nelson, Director – Boundary Trails Health Centre has been with Southern Health-Santé Sud for 10 years.
What Joel likes most about his job
My favorite thing about my job is connecting with people and empowering them to try new things, to get creative and not be afraid to fail.
What truly matters to Doris in the work she does each day
Making sure that people felt listened to.
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The Notre Dame Staff Wellness Committee organized Orange Shirt Day to be on September 27th in the workplace before the actual holiday. Last year we did the same and it was amazing to see the representation from all staff departments and even some residents. A great example of our team coming together for one common goal- to recognize and acknowledge the history of Residential schools.
Submitted by: Jayde Jonasson, Activity Recreation Manager Foyer Notre-Dame
“When you meet someone, who doesn’t like their job, you can tell – and that was me before I made the decision to become a nurse. It was such a big change, and I loved it. I wish I had jumped on this train way earlier.” – Emanuel Bullert, RN, Emergency Department Nurse at Boundary Trails Health Centre (BTHC)
After years of working in construction-based jobs where he struggled to find his purpose, Emanual Bullert can now say he loves his job. Bullert graduated as a registered nurse earlier this year, after rediscovering his interest in caring for others.
“As a kid, I used to playfully take care of my family. I remember using a first aid kit and bandages to treat their injuries and help relieve pain,” Bullert recalled.
Bullert and his family immigrated to Canada from Germany in 2005 and settled on a farm just outside of Morden, Manitoba. He said it was his sister who saw his potential and encouraged him to pursue a new challenge.
“When you meet someone, who doesn’t like their job, you can tell – and that was me,” said Bullert. “My sister told me ‘you are smarter than this’ and encouraged me to try an anatomy class. That is when everything changed. It opened up a new door for me.”
Every Thursday for four hours, Bullert went to class, listening to lectures and studying his textbooks. After a long, tiring day at work, he would often stand at the back of the classroom to help him stay awake and pay attention so he didn’t miss anything.
“It was like watching my favourite movie. It didn’t feel hard, it was fun and fascinating,” shared Bullert.
One captivating college course lead to another and soon enough, Bullert has his sights set on nursing. To apply, he completed the nursing pre-requisites and repeated some grade 12 courses to improve his chances of getting into the program.
“It was such a big change and I loved it,” shared Bullert of his new-found career path. “I wish I had jumped on this train way earlier.”
With the support of his wife, kids and extended family, Bullert excelled in nursing school. When driving past the Boundary Trails Health Centre (BTHC), he remembers telling his kids “that is where dad’s future job will be”, setting a new path towards his next goal.
“Without the support of my family I don’t think I could have done it,” shared Bullert, describing how his family respected his dedicated study time and encouraging him to sleep well.
“My kids would tell me to ‘learn good and save lives’,” Bullert added.
One day during his clinical practicum, Bullert received the frightening call that his dad was having a stroke. He met his family at the hospital and his experience in the emergency department that day only further solidified his career choice.
“I was very worried about my dad but at the same time I saw how well the staff worked together and how they cared for our family,” shared Bullert, attributing his dad’s ability to walk and soon get his driver’s license back to the care team’s quick intervention.
“It touched me so much. The work that nurses do changes lives and leaves such a big impression on the people they help. I knew in that moment I wanted to end up working in the emergency department.”
Earlier this year, Bullert’s big audacious dream came true. He graduated as a registered nurse and is now officially working at BTHC in their emergency department, working through enhanced department specific training.
“When you have a good team like ours and have had good training, it is easy to smile and be happy in this role,” explains Bullert, who is known around the unit for his inspiring spirit and smile.
“I am surrounded by amazing staff who are really supportive and help me through early steps on the job, gaining that extra confidence over time. That is what I love about my job, knowing when I come in, there is a team that supports each other to make a difference. I wouldn’t want to work anywhere else.”
Submitted by: Shared Health Manitoba
The Notre Dame Staff Wellness Committee organized Orange Shirt Day to be on September 27th in the workplace before the actual holiday. Last year we did the same and it was amazing to see the representation from all staff departments and even some residents. A great example of our team coming together for one common goal- to recognize and acknowledge the history of Residential schools.
Submitted by: Jayde Jonasson, Activity Recreation Manager Foyer Notre-Dame
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and we are proud to be a Get Cyber Safe champion, working to help our staff stay safe online. Each week in October, stay tuned for weekly updates on the Admin Update.
Check out our webpage for information on keeping your accounts and information secure.
Make sure to take our Cyber Security Awareness Month Quiz!
Submitted by: Digital Shared Services, Shared Health
Did you know that Canadian Patient Safety Week (CPSW) is October 28 – November 1, 2024? Look for free webinars and a random draw on the Shared Health website Patient Safety Week – Shared Health – Health Providers (sharedhealthmb.ca)
For more information about CPSW, check out Healthcare Excellence Canada Canadian Patient Safety Week (healthcareexcellence.ca)
Submitted by: Quality, Planning & Performance
For more info. contact: email
Health Information Professional (HIP) Week, from October 21-25, 2024, is a special occasion to celebrate the vital role that Health Information Management (HIM) professionals play in the healthcare industry. This week recognizes the dedication and expertise of HIM professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure health data is accurate, secure and accessible when it’s needed most.
HIM professionals are essential in maintaining the integrity, confidentiality and accessibility of health information. Their work ensures that high-quality data is available for a wide range of purposes — from patient care to research, and from disease surveillance to efficient resource management. HIM professionals understand the processes to maintain the paper and hybrid record. As health care continues to move towards an electronic patient record, HIM professionals play an integral role facilitating these transitions, maintaining standards and protecting patient privacy and data security.
Health Information Professional Week 2024 is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the often behind-the-scenes work of HIM professionals who contribute enormously to the healthcare ecosystem. Their expertise in data collection, coding, privacy and analytics is crucial for providing high-quality patient care, maintaining the integrity of health information and supporting health care research and planning. It’s a week to celebrate their dedication to enhancing health care through the power of data!
The Canadian Health Information Management Association is offering virtual education sessions throughout HIP week. Our HIMs are encouraged to attend these sessions reinforcing the work they do for our organization is recognized, valued and appreciated while providing them the opportunity for growth.
Submitted by: Health Information Services
For more info. contact: Shelley Emerson, Manager – HIS email
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Are there upcoming events ‘en français’ in your community? We would love to hear from you!
Y a-t-il un événement en français à venir dans votre communauté? Nous aimerions avoir de vos nouvelles!
Submitted by: FLS Unit / Unité SLF
For more info. contact: or / ou 204-424-6042
Are you an internationally educated nurse looking to become credentialed in Manitoba?
Join us for an information session on Manitoba IEN program and supports provided.
Oct 16, 2024: 4:30-5:30 pm or
Oct 17, 2024: 11:00 am-12:00 pm
To Register: [email protected] and they will share a meeting link with you.
Questions: [email protected]
Submitted by: Stephanie Verhoeven, Director, Health Services – Public Health-Healthy Living & Primary Care
As EMS continues to transition to Shared Health, all EMS policies, with the exception of Interfacility Transfer are being removed from the Policies, Procedures and Standard Guidelines section on the Health Providers’ Site.
The remaining Interfacility Transfer policy is being updated and will be moved to Across Care Areas in the near future.
Please ensure your binders are also updated to reflect this removal of all the EMS policies (CLI.5310 and CLI.5311) with the exception of Interfacility Transfer (CLI.5310.PR.004).
Submitted by: Scott Noble, Southern Area Director – Emergency Medical Services / Emergency Response Services
Contact Info: Cell (204) 248-2092 ext 43310 or Email