Going Home

When your doctor decides you are ready to leave the hospital, a discharge order will be written. You may want to make arrangements with a family member or friend to help you when it’s time to go home.
Some important things to remember concerning:


Checkout

We ask that you make arrangements to leave promptly once discharged by your doctor. If you need assistance, please notify your nurse or care manager.


Discharge Instructions

Your doctor and your nurse will give you instructions about post-hospital care. If you have questions about your diet, activities or other matters, please be sure to ask.


Medications

If your doctor gives you a prescription, it should be filled immediately at the pharmacy of your choice. Upon discharge you will receive a complete and current list of all medications. For your safety, we encourage all patients to keep an up-to-date list of all medications being taken (prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, supplements). When you come to the hospital, please bring your medications and list with you.


Staff Escort
When you are ready to leave, a member of the hospital staff will escort you to the front entrance and help you into the car.
 

The Mary Rutan Foundation

The Mary Rutan Foundation was established in 1984, as a direct support organization for Mary Rutan Hospital. The Foundation’s goal is to seek gifts that will enhance and support services for Mary Rutan Hospital to fund health and wellness screenings and programs for the community as well as provide scholarships for individuals pursuing a degree in the medical field. When you give through the Foundation, you join many others who know how good it feels to contribute to the health of our community. For more information about Foundation giving, please call ext. 4307.