Coming to NSHN

Please remember to bring your Ontario Health Card and pertinent insurance information with you to the hospital.

During your admission, you will receive an identification bracelet which is to be worn at all times while you are a patient at NSHN. This bracelet is how we identify you to receive the proper treatment, medications, and for emergency purposes. Once this bracelet is placed on your wrist, please do not remove it while you are a patient.

Registration

During Registration, you will be asked if you self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit. For more information of Self-Identification, please visit our Privacy page: https://www.nshn.care/privacy

Self-Identification

If I am admitted to the hospital, what will I need?

  • All current medications you are taking in their original containers

  • Your own toiletries including:

    • toothbrush,

    • toothpaste,

    • hand soap,

    • shampoo,

    • tissues,

    • deodorant,

    • razor and cream,

    • comb and brush

  • Your own pajamas, a robe, slippers, and your own pillow (if you wish)

  • Any aids* you use such as:

    • canes,

    • walkers,

    • wheelchairs,

    • hearing aids,

    • dentures

    • eyeglasses

      *be sure to have your name labeled on all of these items

What shouldn’t I bring with me?

When packing for your hospital stay, please be advised that NSHN is a scent-aware organization. Please avoid bringing heavily scented personal items, including perfumes or colognes. For more information, visit our General Information page: https://www.nshn.care/general-information

Money and valuables should also be left at home.

If you have jewelry, credit cards or large sums of money with you, please ask a family member or friend to take them home.

Food Services

If your condition permits, you will receive a daily menu to refer to when choosing your meals (check with your nurse about specific meal times for your unit).  Your healthcare provider, family or friends can help you fill this out. 

If you follow a special diet, please let us know when you arrive. 

If you would like to talk to a Dietitian while you are at NSHN, please let your healthcare provider know.

Discharge

Your doctor will advise you when you may go home. 

Please make necessary transportation arrangements home with a family member or friend. 

Before leaving NSHN, please ensure that you have all of your belongings, including your health card, as well as aftercare instructions and prescriptions as needed. 

NOTE: It is important that you understand all the instructions about your medications, diet, activity and follow-up appointments. If you have any questions, a member of the health care team will assist you.