Your Hospital Care
We want your hospital stay to be as comfortable as possible. Here's some information about your Legacy care providers and other important topics.
Nursing care
The registered nursing staff plays a key role in your care at the hospital. Legacy nursing staff are primarily registered nurses who are supported by licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants. They assess your needs and encourage you to become an active participant in your plan of care. Feel free to ask the nurses questions regarding your care while you are hospitalized.
Teaching programs/students
All Legacy hospitals are teaching institutions. Education programs are conducted throughout the hospital and may involve medical students, residents, nursing students and students in allied health professions. In some areas of this hospital, your care may involve persons who are in an academic program under the supervision of a qualified health professional. Feel free to discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor or nurse.
Family-centered care
Legacy's hospitals truly focus on the family, emphasizing patient and family involvement in everything we do. We are supportive of family members participating in your care, if you desire. Their increased awareness of your need for rest, support and encouragement to exercise, and their willingness to help with daily activities and responsibilities will be a great benefit. Your nurse will help your family gain the skills and confidence necessary to help with your recovery.
For your protection
You will notice that your caregiver wears gloves, gown, mask or protective eyewear when performing some of your care. These items are for your safety and that of your caregiver as required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards and hospital policy.
We encourage our patients to be proactive in their own care. We expect all caregivers who have physical contact with their patients to wash their hands before and after contact. If you do not see this happening, please ask your caregiver if she/he has washed her/his hands. See It's OK to Ask for more information.
Health information
Legacy offers health information to the community through its Community Health Information Centers, located at Good Samaritan Hospital, Emanuel Hospital, Meridian Park Hospital and Salmon Creek Hospital. The Centers are a resource for information on health and wellness topics such as: diseases and conditions, treatment information, hospitalization and care giving. When you call or stop by our centers, you will find:
- Computerized health information, including Internet access
- Books and videos (Good Samaritan and Meridian Park sites only)
- Reference library
- Referral to community resources and support groups
Feel free to call or stop by any of the centers.
Referrals
See Find a Doctor if you need a physician referral. Our referral specialists are also available to assist you, please call 503-335-3500 or (360) 487-3500 during business hours (8am - 4pm PST).
Caregiver services
Legacy Caregiver Services offers family caregivers the following services: information and referral to trained caregivers, caregiver education, respite worker training, and adult day-care for older adults with memory loss or confusion. For more information contact us at 503-413-7706 or emailing caregiver@lhs.org.
Social services and continuing care
Clinical Resource Coordinators are available to you and your family when problems or concerns about your care arise after you leave the hospital. Some of the services provided by Clinical Resource Coordinators include:
- Discharge planning assistance, including assistance with placements when patients cannot immediately return home.
- Financial counseling related to discharge planning.
- Information and referrals to community resources.
- Referrals to accommodations for out-of-town guests. The department has a list of nearby motels and current rates, many of which give discounts to family members. Please see Housing Programs for more information.
To reach a Clinical Resource Coordinator, please call the hospital operator and ask for Social Services.
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