Patient Safety and Security
Patient Safety
At Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, patient safety is our priority. As a patient, you will meet with many healthcare workers during your stay, including doctors, nurses, case managers, dietitians, therapists, technicians and aides. We require that all physicians and employees wear their ID badges so you can recognize who is taking care of you.
You are the center of the Health Care Team, and we ask that you help us by taking an active role in your care. Here are a few things that you can do:
- Tell your doctors and nurses as much as you can about your medical history. Let them know about any allergies to food or medicine you may have.
- Tell them about any medication you take including over-the-counter medicine, eye drops, herbs and vitamin supplements.
- Make sure your caregiver asks for your name and date of birth before you receive any medication or blood products, before you have blood drawn and before you undergo a test.
- Speak with your physician in advance to confirm the details of the specific operation or procedure planned for you.
- Ask questions about your diagnoses, newly ordered medications and treatments. We are glad to answer questions and provide you with information.
- Call for help with walking if you are unsteady on your feet.
- Remind caregivers to wash their hands or to wear gloves before touching you.
- Ask your doctor about receiving the flu and pneumonia vaccines.
- If you need special equipment, be sure you know how to use it properly.
- Additional safety tips are broadcast on our hospital TV service.
Patient Security
Please be sure to limit the amount of personal belongings that you have at your bedside. We ask that you secure all cash, jewelry and other items of value in the hospital safe. For your safety, we ask that you send all prescription and over-the-counter medications home or secure them in the hospital safe. Should you have any security related questions or concerns, please contact Hospital Security at extension 8899.
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