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Inpatient Services
New London Hospital is committed to excellent patient care, recognizing the special relationship among nurses, providers and their patients.
Hospitalist
A hospitalist is a medical doctor who specializes in the care of patients in the acute care setting. New London Hospital began a hospitalist program in August of 2004 with the purpose of improving care for patients admitted to the hospital. When a patient is admitted to the hospital, the hospitalist manages all aspects of the hospitalization, including admission and discharge, ordering tests, lab work and coordination of care with specialists as needed. The hospitalist communicates care plans with the patient, family and the primary care provider. The surgical specialists utilize the hospitalist for consultations on medical issues.
All of the primary care providers (PCPs) at New London Hospital and the Newport Health Center participate in the hospitalist program.
Medical/Surgical Unit
Our Medical/Surgical Unit provides both acute and skilled levels of care. A team of professionals and support staff offer personalized care for the patient and family. Physicians and nurses collaborate daily on treatment and discharge plans working closely toward a speedy recovery. The unit is comprised of 21 private rooms.
Special Care Unit (SCU)
The four-bed Special Care Unit is equipped with sophisticated monitoring systems and staffed with nurses who are certified in advanced life support and critical care nursing. The Special Care Unit provides constant monitoring and personalized treatment for patients who are seriously ill.
Skilled/Swing Beds
Skilled/Swing Beds allow patients who need a short period of skilled nursing or rehabilitation services following discharge from an acute care setting to remain at New London Hospital, rather than being moved to an out-of-town nursing facility. Some patients may be transferred from another acute care facility for a short recovery period prior to returning home.
Social Services
Social Services are provided to inpatients and extended care residents. Collaborating with the health care team, patients, families and the community, Social Services provides a continuity of care that promotes a smooth transition from the hospital to home or elder care setting.
