As we navigate this time of change, I want to acknowledge that change isn’t easy. We need ways to manage our stress and pay attention to our personal wellness. In the spirit of supporting all staff, I’d like to announce the arrival of the Chi Cart to Mount Sinai Beth Israel. The Chi Cart creates time and space in our work areas for proactive stress reduction using aromatherapy, deep breathing techniques, music, etc.
Chaplains rotate the cart through various units and departments (clinical and non-clinical) three times a week, bringing wellness right into the workspace. All staff are welcome to join for 1 minute or 30! Chaplaincy and the Chi Cart can also be available for unit, department or adverse event-specific staff support by request to the Spiritual Care department. Please call the contact Spiritual Care and Education at 212-420-275 to schedule in your area.
The hospital and Mount Sinai Health System also provide multiple self-care resources to staff at no cost. They can be found in our MSBI Staff Wellness Brochure and also available in paper copy on our Chi Cart.
You are what makes MSBI great and your well-being is a priority to us. I encourage all staff to use these resources and take an active role in self-care and wellness.