Your rights and responsibilities
It is
our philosophy to respect your individuality and dignity and to
care for you hospitably and compassionately. We also recognise the
role of carers and commit to a collaborative, inclusive approach in
the planning and delivery of patient care.
As a patient at St John of God Hospital Murdoch you have
the:
Right to:
- an explanation of your treatment and its associated risks
before giving consent for the treatment
- participate in decisions which affect your care
- be treated with respect, professional competence, consideration
and dignity
- have your beliefs, ethnic, cultural and religious practices
respected
- be told the names and roles of the caregivers involved in
caring directly for you
- have your personal and medical details kept with full
confidentiality
- a second medical opinion. You may wish to discuss this with
your Consultant
- refuse a recommended treatment, test or procedure
- advice on care when you leave the hospital
- access your health record, in accordance with the hospital
policy
- be aware of the potential costs involved in your
hospitalisation
- voice a concern if you are not satisfied with any aspect of
your care
Responsibility to:
- provide, to the best of your knowledge, accurate and complete
information about your medical history, medications and other
matters relating to your health
- advise your doctor or caregivers about any changes in your
condition or of any concerns you may have with any aspect of your
care or treatment
- let caregivers know about any special requirements,
particularly any cultural or religious needs
- respect the role and dignity of Hospital caregivers and their
right to a safe and pleasant work environment. Caregivers
reserve the right to withdraw care to people who behave
aggressively, are violent or abusive
- comply with medical instructions designed to aid your recovery
or discuss with your doctor if you are unhappy or unwilling to do
so
- respect the beliefs, ethnic, cultural and religious practices
of all Hospital caregivers
- be knowledgeable of your private health fund cover and
associated restrictions, provide information regarding your ability
to pay for services and to ensure that the financial obligations of
your care are fulfilled as promptly as possible
- observe relevant Hospital protocols
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download a copy of the Private Hospital Patients Charter