While you are in hospital, our staff will regularly check your ability to sit, stand and walk.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/your-room/no-lifting-systemInner Melbourne Community Legal provides free legal advice for patients.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/legal-adviceKeeping your healthcare team informed
We know it's important that your local specialist or GP is kept informed about your condition while you are in hospital.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/keeping-your-healthcare-team-informedInvolving you in decisions about your care
We aim to involve patients in decisions about their care.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/involving-you-in-decisions-about-your-careWe ask patients to wear identification bands so you can be easily identified and we can ensure you receive the right treatment and care.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/your-safety-is-our-priority/identification-bandsYou have the right to determine what is done to your body.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/consent-to-treatmentCaring for people with dementia
In some circumstances, a patient’s behaviour may become challenging or difficult due to the symptoms of their condition.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/your-safety-is-our-priority/caring-for-people-with-dementiaWho do you want us to contact about your progress and condition?
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-should-tell-us/my-contact-peopleInterpreters can help you by phone or in person.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-should-tell-us/i-need-an-interpreterYou should inform staff of any allergies you may have to antibiotics, medications or types of food as soon as possible, before you are admitted to hospital.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-should-tell-us/i-have-allergiesWe need to know some things about you to make sure we can keep you safe and comfortable while you are in our care.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-should-tell-usYour rights and responsibilities
The RMH aims to provide the best possible health services and care for you. You need to understand your rights and responsibilities while attending the health service.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-know-up-front/your-rights-responsibilitiesSmoking and vaping is not permitted on the grounds of, and within 4 metres of any Victorian hospital and registered community health centres.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-know-up-front/no-smokingDo you need to stay at a hotel, motel or apartment while a loved one is in hospital or while you are receiving treatment?
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-know-up-front/hotels-motels-apartmentsAggressive and violent behaviour
We are committed to providing the best possible care to our patients and consumers. To do this, we need to ensure the safety of the people who provide that care.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-know-up-front/aggressive-violent-behaviourWhen you come to hospital, bring your medication with you, including non-prescription or complementary therapy medicines.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-bring/your-medicationWe advise wearing comfortable clothes if you are coming into hospital for an appointment or overnight.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-bring/clothing-footwearNot sure what to bring with you? We can help you.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-bringOur RMH@Home service provides hospital-level care for patients in their home environment.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/rmhhomeSpecialist Clinics (Outpatients)
Sometimes people need to attend a specialist clinic for a check-up, specialist treatment or ongoing care at the hospital.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/specialist-clinics-outpatients