Your Stay
Personal Items and Valuables
We recommend that you bring a few items from home to make your stay here a little more comfortable, including comfortable shorts and shirts, pillows and slippers. We advise that you do not bring valuables with you (expensive jewelry, watches, credit cards and cash). However, any valuables that accompany you may be stored in the hospital safe. All valuables retained in the possession of the patient are done so at their own risk.
In-Room Telephone
Telephones are provided in each room with some exceptions. Your family and friends may reach you dial one of the numbers below and ask for your room number
- (239) 348-4000 for Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge
- (239) 354-6000 for Physicians Regional - Collier Boulevard
You may also reference the white board on the wall near your bed for your room’s direct telephone number. For your own comfort and that of other patients, we ask that you restrict your incoming calls to the hours between 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Your Hospital Team
We take great pride in the team of medical professionals at Physicians Regional Healthcare System. During your stay, each of these individuals will provide you with the finest care possible, and will work together to ensure that your treatment is well coordinated.
Physicians
At least one physician will be assigned to your case to follow your progress on a daily basis. If the need should arise, other physicians may be called as well. If you are admitted for a non-surgical condition, a hospitalist physician (a physician specially trained in hospital care) may be directing your care. These physicians provide care specifically in the hospital.
Nurses
Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and patient care technicians are all included on the nursing staff. Your nursing team will include all of these members who will work together to meet your needs and maximize your comfort.
Care Managers
Care managers are registered nurses charged with assisting you when you are discharged or transferred to another health care environment.
Dietitians
Registered dietitians assure proper nutrition during your stay and are available to provide special instructions and education regarding nutrition following your discharge. If you have special dietary needs, these professionals will work with you as well as others involved in preparing your daily meals.
Ancillary Staff
Other staff members with whom you may come into contact include radiology technologists, physical therapists, laboratory technologists, dietary hostesses and housekeepers.
Volunteers
The volunteers at Physicians Regional Healthcare System graciously donate their time and energy into assisting in the delivery of care to patients. They staff the information desks, transport patients and deliver mail, activities, reading materials, movies and flowers to patients.