September 9, 2021

Team members came together all summer to celebrate our contributions and the tomorrow we’re building together. Watch this video for a fun look back! Read more

Employees can receive $1,000 for referring a candidate who joins our team and $5,000 for helping to fill one of the featured jobs. Read more

September 3, 2021

Texas Children’s team members are advised to remain vigilant for ransomware attacks this holiday weekend, after both the FBI and Cybersecurity reported to organizations nationwide earlier this week that highly impactful attacks are more likely to occur during this time.

Given the potentially enormous impact a ransomware attack would have on Texas Children’s, Information Services (IS) wants our entire workforce to be aware of the increased risk and stay mindful of these tips for keeping our network protected:

  • Look for the yellow bar. Ransomware typically spreads through phishing emails or by unknowingly visiting an infected website. If while on our network you see the yellow bar, it means the message came from outside of our network. Proceed with extra caution.
  • Validate links. If you are being engaged to click a link, take a moment to hover your mouse over the link to see where you will be directed upon clicking.
  • Be suspicious of spelling and grammatical errors. Treat these messages as a threat.

If you do come across a suspicious message, click the “Phish Alert” button located on the top tool bar of the email message or simply delete the message and notify IS Security by emailing isservicedesk@texaschildrens.org.

If you have any additional questions, please call the IS Service Desk at ext. 4-3512 (external 832-824-3512).

Thank you for your efforts to keep Texas Children’s secure.

September 2, 2021

With the Delta variant still very prevalent across our communities – and with cases of COVID-19 historically spiking immediately following a holiday weekend – we wanted to remind our employees how important it is you stay safe and protected this coming holiday weekend. We know how hard everyone is working and how much you deserve this holiday. At the same time, we urge you to keep these safe practices in mind at all times. Let’s all be part of the solution to stop the spread of COVID-19.

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  • Stay home as much as possible. The CDC is urging Americans not to travel, especially if they are unvaccinated. Travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19. Also, if anyone is experiencing coronavirus symptoms they should stay home, even if vaccinated.
  • Stay safe while traveling. If you do plan to travel over this holiday weekend, masking is recommended. You may also consider checking local and state requirements for quarantining or masking, as well as guidance from airlines and airports.
  • Mask everywhere. Even if you’re fully vaccinated, you should continue to mask everywhere and change out your masks frequently as they become less effective when dirty or wet.
  • Practice hand hygiene. Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly. Clean your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. If traveling, pack extra bottles of hand sanitizer or sanitizing wipes in the event frequent washing is not an option.
  • Plan outdoor gatherings. There is lower risk of transmission when socializing outdoors. If you plan to spend time with family and friends, outside activities are a safer option. If you cannot adequately social distance outdoors, wearing a mask is recommended.
  • Avoid large public gatherings. While there are likely to be celebrations or parties happening during the holiday weekend, at this time we do not recommend gathering in large crowds.
September 1, 2021

Lauren Salinas shares how our nurses are championing a new collaborative program that brings language and early childhood literacy to our young heart warriors in the Heart Center. Read more