IMPORTANT
You can always request any of these services. Inquire with your bedside nurse.
Respiratory Therapists
- Help with breathing treatments and inhalers
- Set up and manage breathing machines (like ventilators, CPAP, and BiPAP)
- Assist nurses with special breathing-related tests
Physical Therapists (PT)
- Help patients regain strength and mobility
- Focus on activities like walking, balance, and stamina
- Train families to support safe movement
Occupational Therapists (OT)
- Help with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating)
- Start physical and cognitive rehabilitation
- Plan for home needs after discharge (like special equipment)
- Adapt routines to conserve energy and build strength
Case Managers
- Ensure patients have accurate health information
- Help with discharge planning and transitions to other facilities
- Coordinate care among different teams
- Connect patients with needed equipment and services
Social Workers
- Provide counseling and emotional support
- Lead support groups
- Help with healthcare decisions
- Connect families with community resources
Speech Therapists (Speech Language Pathologists or SLP)
- Evaluate swallowing ability and recommend safe food textures
- Help with speech and language issues
- Provide cognitive rehabilitation (memory, thinking skills)
Dietitians
- Create appropriate nutrition plans
- Manage special dietary needs
- Oversee food preparation and delivery
Pharmacists
- Review all medications for safety and effectiveness
- Ensure home medications are continued as needed
- Explain new medications before discharge
Diagnostic Staff
- Phlebotomists: Draw blood for tests (wear teal scrubs)
- Radiology Technicians: Perform X-rays and other imaging
Palliative Care Team
- Help with comfort and goal-setting for chronically ill patients
- Focus on quality of life and symptom management
Volunteers
- Offer books, games, and activities to brighten your stay
Pastoral Care Team/Chaplain
- Provide spiritual support upon request
Child Life Specialists
- Help children cope with being in the hospital
- Support families in talking to children about a loved one’s illness
See our Care Team Overview for more details about your full care team.