Useful Information

CALL BELL: The call bell buzzes the Nurses Station and identifies where assistance is needed. This cord is to be attached to your pillow. An intercom system allows you to talk with the nurse.

PATIENT MEAL TIMES & GUEST TRAYS:

• Breakfast 8:00 AM
• Lunch 12:00 Noon
• Dinner 5:00 PM

Guest trays for all meals (same meal as patient) can be purchased. Please ask the nurse to help you order.

GUEST TRAYS FOR PEDIATRIC AND OB: Parent staying with a pre-school or school-age child will receive complimentary guest trays. Primary support person for OB patient can receive complimentary guest trays during labor and one meal after delivery. Nursing staff will order for you.

TELEPHONE SERVICES:

• Nurses’s Station      Dial 3300
• Reception            Dial 0
• Local Calls           (Prefixes 493, 365, 395, 427)
  Dial 9 and number
• Long Distance Calls (All other prefixes, including 427) Dial 0
  Hospital receptionist will connect you with the AT&T Operator for billing (credit card, collect call, charge to home phone, etc.). Operator will dial the number for you.
• 1-800 or 1-888        Dial 9 and number

TELEVISION: Television is available in all patient rooms at no charge. Televisions are managed by Remote Control. Please ask your Nurse to provide you with a Remote Control to use while you are here.

WAITING ROOMS: Friends and family will find seating in the lobby at the front entrance or outside of the Emergency Room. You can also wait in the Dining Room where free coffee and tea are always available.

SMOKING: In an effort to promote our mission of creating a healthier tomorrow, smoking is not allowed in the Hospital. There is a designated area outside the ER door towards the river.

VISITING HOURS: Skyline Hospital welcomes families and friends as visitors between the hours of 8:00 AM & 8:00 PM. At the Nurse’s discretion, these hours may be modified as medical situations warrant. The front doors are locked at 8:00 PM.

VISITOR MEALS: Visitors are invited to order Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or Snacks at the kitchen door during posted open hours. A menu is located on the bulletin board, and additional options are available daily. All meals are paid in advance at the Reception Desk. Ask the kitchen staff for assistance.

VENDING MACHINES: Soft Drink, Ice and Snack machines are across from the kitchen.

FIRE ALARM: Periodically the hospital tests the fire alarm system and practices staff response. Do not be concerned if you hear the alarm and staff closes your door. You will be informed of the drill.

ACCESS TO HOSPITAL AFTER HOURS: During emergencies, an intercom bell is provided at the front door and the Emergency Room door for patients needing access.