Nursing FAQs
How can I get access and attain physical copies of my loved ones medical charts?
Only those who hold Power Of Attorney (POA) can request medical charts and information from Meadowood Manor’s Privacy Officer. To do so, the POA can contact the Privacy Officer directly at 204-258-2588 or fill out Meadowood’s PHIA Request Form below, and bring to nurse on your next visit. The Privacy Officer will gather the necessary information and contact you when available for pick up.
How often does the Doctor visit?
Meadowood Manor has two attending physicians. Following admission, one of the physicians will be assigned to each new Resident. Upon arriving at Meadowood, the Resident will undergo an initial physical conducted by the physician. Clinicial appointments and consultations with various health professionals may be scheduled when ordered by the doctor. The physicians visit the home once a week, and see the Resident according to their individual needs. Fully physical examinations are completed every two years. Physicians are able to be consulted 24/7 by the Registered Nurse.
When is a good time to call the Nursing Station?
Family are welcomed to call the Nursing Stations throughout the day or night, but Meadowood Manor requests that family refrain from calling during medication administration which are from 7:15am-9:30am, and 3:15pm-6:30pm. Our nurses are away from the Nursing Station at this time, and may not be able to answer.
Do I need to bring in my loved ones medication?
Medications are ordered through the Manitoba Long Term Care Provincial Pharmacy program done by the Meadowood’s Nurses. Most medications for Residents are covered under the Personal Care Home program as an insured benefit for Residents of Manitoba. In instances where a medication has been ordered and is not covered, a Resident and/or their advocate will be contacted. Over-the-counter medications are not permitted and we ask for the cooperation of family members and friends in not bringing these into the home.
Who coordinates medical appointments?
Nursing staff will coordinate all medical appointments and transportation for Residents. Please note that families may be responsible for the cost of transportation. We look first to family members to accompany the Resident on any out-of-facility appointments. If family is not able to provide transport, an on-call escort will be arranged through the nursing station to accompany the Resident on a fee-for-service basis.