The moment our travel nurse Jan hit our Hospital floor-Mom and I knew this was the best money we could have spent to get Dad from Erie, PA to South Carolina safely after 2.5 months in various care facilities.
Jan took over getting current vitals, understanding Dad's history and meds. She made us comfortable, and explained the process. The team gently got Dad loaded into the roomy comfortable van and got him snuggled up with pillows and soft blankets. We envied him being so well cared for, and able to sleep most of the trip home. Over the 14 hours home, the driving team of Raul and Kacey were so kind, reassuring and effective. I loved that there was also room for Mom to ride and sleep next to Dad in the transport. As we arrived in the early morning hours, the team got him comfortably tucked into bed, Jan helped Mom set up his med schedule.
Since everyone pays out of pocket for this service, let me share something I would have done differently knowing what I know now. Ask your hospital Social Worker/Discharge Coordinator if you can pay the bill, but they handle the booking? We nearly lost our transport due to a delayed lab that jeopardized Dad's release. Our Social Worker saved the day by communicating the challenge on our behalf. Since hospital discharge can be fluid, your Social Worker/Discharge Coordinator is better equipped to pick your transport day and time, and communicate with ACC Medlink.
ACC MedLink are Masters of gathering good people in the right place, at the right time. I appreciate the Logistics that go into them doing their job so well.
I appreciate Tyler and Maria being available in the late evening hours in the office. The online request for a bid -filled out before we called was a big time saver.
Money well spent to ensure Dad's safety. We are so Grateful! read more