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PEDIATRICS Pediatric Unit The Moncton Hospital's Pediatric Unit provides a family-centred approach to patient care for children who require admission to the hospital. The Unit is located on the first floor of the hospital. Children may be admitted to the Pediatric Unit directly from the Emergency department or they may have a pre-scheduled admission for a medical procedure or surgery. The multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, a child life specialist, social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians, technologists and others work closely with the patient and his or her family. The health care team is coordinated by the physician responsible for the child's treatment. Generally children under the age of four will be in a crib and those four years old and older will be in a bed. In most cases, parents are expected to stay overnight with their child. The nursing staff will make arrangements for a cot to be made available. A parent's lounge is available for parents to relax, prepare snacks, rest and sleep. This room is for adults only. There is also a quiet room if privacy is required for special circumstances. Visiting Hours Family members may visit at any time. Other adult visitors may visit from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Siblings should not stay longer than one hour a day and should be accompanied by an adult. It is important that all visitors be free of viruses (i.e. colds, flu, etc.) and should not have been in contact with any communicable diseases. Activities For Children The Child Life Program This program helps care for the non-medical needs of the patient and his or her family by providing activities to meet the social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs during the patient's stay in the hospital. Also offered is a pre-admission orientation program for children three years of age and older. This enables a child to tour the Pediatric Unit prior to admission. Play Area A playroom is located on the Pediatric Unit. Most preschool children require adult supervision while in the play area. Video and Game Lending Library There are TV/VCR and Nintendo units on mobile carts that can be brought to patients' rooms. School Re-entry Program Going back to school after a serious illness can be a challenging time for the student, their family, school staff and classmates. Child Life and nursing staff will visit a patient's class to discuss various aspects of an illness to provide classmates with a better understanding of the illness and the needs of the child. Kindergarten Tour Program A hospital orientation program for kindergarten groups is offered through the Child Life Program. Kindergarten teachers can schedule a tour by contacting the Child Life Specialist. Mission The mission of the Women's and Children's Health Program is to provide and promote excellence in family-centred care for women and children.  Back to top |
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