If you or a family member have an injury or illness that requires immediate attention—don’t delay. Call 911 in the event of an emergency or go to the Emergency Room for evaluation and treatment. CentraState’s Emergency Department is a state-of-the-art Level II emergency facility. Our specially-trained emergency physicians and Magnet-recognized nursing team provide prompt, expert emergency and urgent care for patients of all ages—24 hours a day, seven days a week. CentraState also has the distinction of being a certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center, as well as an accredited Chest Pain Center.
SPECIALIZED EMERGENCY CARE
Pediatric emergency physicians, who are specially trained to care for children and adolescents, are on site 24/7. Children are fast-tracked to a child-friendly space separate from the adult care areas. This space includes private rooms decorated in child-friendly themes, as well as large, flat-screen LCD televisions in each room—all designed to create a comforting environment to put an apprehensive child at ease.
FirstCare (Urgent Care): Fast-tracked treatment for non-life-threatening problems that could become worse without treatment, such as breathing problems, sprains, allergic reactions, lacerations, or abdominal issues. Other services include:
- Allergic reactions
- Bronchitis
- Bruises & minor burns
- Colds & coughs
- Eye & ear infections
- Sports-related injuries
- School & DOT physicals
- Crutches, boots, splints, & braces
- Immunizations
- X-rays
- Blood & urine tests
Open 7 days a week. Most health insurances and self-pay accepted.
The Observation Unit at CentraState Medical Center is a designated area within the hospital that allows our physicians to monitor and evaluate the medical condition of patients who do not meet criteria for inpatient admission but are not well enough to go home without requiring further observation. The unit is a part of CentraState’s ongoing effort to improve patient experience by shortening their stay in the Emergency Department and centralizing care for patients.
While under observation, patients will be regularly assessed by a multidisciplinary care team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and other clinical professionals. After providing all necessary diagnostic tests, medications, and therapies, the physician will discuss with the patient whether the patient should be admitted to the hospital as an inpatient or be discharged with follow up services. This observation period generally lasts 24 hours.
Advanced Stroke Center
CentraState is part of a select few in the country that offers a highly specialized “Stroke Alert” response team. The Advanced Primary Stroke Center is recognized for its licensed certification from The Joint Commission and the NJDHSS.
The stroke response team includes an emergency physician, a neurologist, an emergency registered nurse, and a stroke coordinator, all of whom have advanced training in caring for stroke patients. The team is available around the clock to assess patients immediately upon their arrival at the Emergency Department and initiate appropriate stroke treatment, which may include the administration of a “clot-busting” medication. When a patient is experiencing stroke symptoms, every second counts in preventing or limiting damage to brain tissue. CentraState is also available to assist with stroke rehabilitation and recovery following stroke treatment.
RESOURCES
PATIENT PORTAL
CentraState’s patient portal offers access to:
- Medical history, emergency records and discharge instructions
- Test and lab results
- Appointment scheduling
- Health information and education
- Medication refill requests
- Secure messaging with physicians
HEALTH PROFILE CARD
The CentraState Health Profile Card can prevent adverse drug reactions and allergic responses. The card, which is filled out by the bearer, should be carried at all times and be easily accessible in the case of a medical emergency.
