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September 9, 2026

General Updates

UKG goes live on Monday, September 21, giving employees a new way to access timekeeping, schedules, time-off requests, and other everyday tools.

As we get closer to go-live, here are a few things to know:

• Employees will use UKG for timekeeping and requesting time off. 
• If you currently use an Emerson time clock, keep using it. The physical clocks will remain the same when we transition to UKG. 
• Resources are available to help you get started. Soon, we will send a link to the new UKG Hub page, which will have step-by-step guides and training videos. 
• No action is needed yet. We will share final instructions before go-live. 

Watch Vitals and the Hub for more information as we approach September 21.

UKG goes live on Monday, September 21.

Respiratory illness season is here, and flu vaccines are now available. As part of Emerson’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality care, flu vaccination is required for all Emerson employees and medical staff, regardless of work location.

What You Need to Do:

• By December 31, 2026, all employees and medical staff must either:
• Receive a flu vaccine, or
• Submit a request for a medical or religious exemption to Occupational Health.

Where to Get Your Flu Vaccine

Emerson will offer flu vaccine clinics at the hospital and several off-site locations over the next few months. Click below for clinic dates, times, and locations.

You may also receive your flu vaccine from your healthcare provider or at a pharmacy, such as CVS. If you are vaccinated outside of an Emerson clinic, please email proof of vaccination to Occupational Health at occupationalhealth@emersonhosp.org by December 31, 2026.

Questions or Exemption Requests

For questions or to request a medical or religious exemption, contact Occupational Health at 978-287-3075 or occupationalhealth@emersonhosp.org.

Visit the Occupational Health Hub page for exemption forms and additional information. 

Last week, we covered the basics of using AI tools at work, including how to protect patient information. This week, we are focusing on another important responsibility: reviewing and verifying AI-generated content.

AI can draft content, summarize information, automate tasks, and support everyday work. But AI can also make mistakes, leave out important details, or provide inaccurate information. Always review AI-generated work before you use or share it to make sure it is accurate, appropriate, and follows Emerson policies and requirements.

AI can assist with the work, but people remain responsible for the final result.

The next New Graduate Nurse Residency Program cohort begins on January 19, 2027. This year-long program combines a 12-week orientation with monthly seminars that offer continued support and additional training. The residency includes hands-on clinical training guided by an experienced preceptor. To be considered, submit an online application at one of the links below. Our medical/surgical units and Behavioral Health unit will participate during this cohort.

Licensed and non-licensed graduates of an accredited nursing school may apply. Human resources will contact you if you are selected to discuss the next steps. We will consider both internal and external applicants for this program.

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