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Staff Definitions Physicians Your primary care physician,


a resident physician on duty, or a hospitalist will supervise your care while you are in the hospital.


Nurses In each nursing unit, a registered nurse is responsible for supervising patient care and directing the nursing and support staff of the unit. Registered nurses are assisted by nursing assistants and nurse technicians. Te nursing staff is available around the clock.


Dietitians A registered dietitian will review your medical record and work with your health care team to develop a nutrition care plan for you. Registered dietitians are also available to educate you about any diets you may need to follow aſter you are discharged.


Rehabilitation Therapists Physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and audiologists will work with you, your family and your medical team to help meet goals of recovery. Terapy may range from brief consultation to long- term intervention, based on the extent of your injuries or illness.


Technicians and Technologists Skilled health professionals perform and assist with laboratory and other proce- dures, including x-rays, mammograms, ultrasound, CT scans, MRIs, cardiac


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catheterization, radiation therapy and other procedures that help in diagnosing and treating your illness or injury.


Case Managers & Social Workers Case managers will review your medical record and discuss your discharge planning. Tey are also available to assist you with arrangement for home care, admission to a long-term care facility or rehabilitation care. Social workers offer emotional support,


counseling and guidance to help patients and their families deal with financial, social and emotional problems related to illness or hospitalization.


Pharmacists While you are in the hospital all of your medications are dispensed by our hospital pharmacists. They can answer any questions you have regarding your medications.


Chaplain Te hospital Chaplain and a group of volunteer ministers are available to all patients and their families. A Prayer Ministry is available for the sharing of prayer with staff members. Please contact your nurse to request these services.


Volunteers Volunteers give thousands of hours each year to our hospital to enhance the care of our patients and their families. Tey provide support throughout the hospital, including staffing the information desk, delivering mail and


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