St. Alexius Medical Center is the only hospital in the region with critical care intensivists available for our patients 24/7. An Intensivist is a physician trained specifically in the care of critically ill patients, who spends all or the majority of their time in the intensive care unit. ICUs with intensivists generally have better outcomes compared to those without. It is estimated that less than 15 percent of all hospitals in the United States have intensivists working in their ICUs. Put your trust in St. Alexius Medical Center when you or a member of your family need intensive care. In the St. Alexius Intensive Care Unit (ICU), families are an important part of patient care. Our goal is to meet patient and family needs by providing flexible visiting hours that foster respect and maintain confidentiality. Upon admission to ICU, the nurse will make every effort to establish visiting guidelines that will be in the best interest of your loved one, while maintaining respect of all other patients. VISITING A PATIENT IN THE ICU
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PATIENT BELONGINGS DESIGNATING A FAMILY SPOKESPERSON Having a designated spokesperson allows medical professionals to spend more time with your loved one by decreasing the number of phone calls that interrupt care. In case of a change in the patient’s status, your spokesperson will be the individual notified. Families may request to have a code word to ensure confidentiality. Please notify your nurse if you are interested in setting this up. VISITOR ACCOMMODATIONS The Meditation Room is available to accommodate a variety of spiritual practices. The room is located on the first floor, near the cafeteria inside the solarium and can be reserved by contacting the Spiritual Services at X7661. The St. Alexius Chapel is located near the lobby on the first floor. Families and visitors may use the Chapel at any time. Mass is offered daily. The Solarium is equipped with soothing music, natural light and organic plants and trees giving a feeling of ease and relaxation. The solarium is designed to promote the well-being of patients, family members, friends and staff, and is found on the first floor next to the cafeteria. Many hotels offer discounts to families with hospitalized loved ones. Please ask your nurse for a listing of these hotels and their requirements. The cafeteria is located near the lobby on the first floor and serves during the following times:
Meals can also be found at Café, Etc, which offers salads, sandwiches, pastries, desserts, coffees, and espresso beverages. Café Etc. is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and is located on the first floor near the Broadway entrance and ER. To make a difficult stay a bit easier, patients and guests of the medical center have access to wireless internet connection from personal laptops while staying at the medical center. To access a connection, please request information from a member of the nursing staff. The gift shop offers flowers, cards and much more. It can be found near the lobby on the first floor. Download Brochure: ICU Information Guide |