Southeast Inpatient Rehabilitation
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Southeast Missouri Hospital's Inpatient Rehabilitation unit is a comprehensive unit boasting the latest state of the art equipment and rehabilitation philosophies. The 13 bed unit is managed by Joy Frey, BSN, RN, CRRN under the direction of Matthew Karshner, MD, who is a Physiatrist, with Pam Harper, MSN, RN CRRN, NP-C as his collaborative nurse practitioner coordinating patient care. Together the three bring over thirty years experience to the rehabilitation arena at Southeast. |
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Our multi-disciplinary team is complete with:
- The Physiatrist
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Pathology
- Pharmacy
- Dieticians
- Social Services
- Recreational Therapy
The goal of Southeast Missouri Hospital’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit is to restore the patient to their highest level of function allowing them to return to the community and their home. Family members are trained to assist in the transition from acute care to home and if necessary, they are then followed by home health services and continue to see Dr. Karshner as an outpatient. Home health services provides in home therapies until they are ready to travel to HealthPoint Plaza or their local outpatient rehabilitation source for the conclusion of their therapies.
Consultation Liason Service
Dr. Matthew Karshner is available for inpatient consultations for inpatient or outpatient services. Issues as diverse as transfer training, ambulation, endurance, DVT prophylaxis, diet, swallowing, pain management, skin care and bowel and bladder regimen are addressed by Physiatry. Early consultation by the Physiatrist can expedite an admission to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit and promote an earlier return to the community as well as elevate outcomes.
Rehabilitation Nursing
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Rehabilitation nurses help individuals affected by chronic illness or physical disability to adapt to their disabilities, achieve their greatest potential and work toward productive and independent lives. Our nurses begin to work with patients and their families soon after the onset of a disabling injury or chronic illness. Support in the form of education serves to empower these individuals when they return to home and or work. The rehabilitation nurse teaches patients and caregivers how to access resources that are helpful when they are on their own. |
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Rehabilitation nursing and restorative principles are more important to the healthcare system than ever before. These nurses are trained to be particularly adept at functional skill assessments. This particular specialty has measurable, functional outcome goals for patients which are used in planning and evaluating the effectiveness of patient care.
Rehabilitation nursing is a philosophy rather than just a phase of treatment. Their practice is based on rehabilitative and restorative principles by:
- Managing complex medical issues
- Collaborating with other specialists
- Providing patient/caregiver education
- Setting goals for maximal independence
- Establishing plans of care to maintain optimal wellness
Does Your Patient Qualify?
To be a candidate for inpatient rehab, your patient must have:
- Stroke
- Amputation
- Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Major Multiple Trauma
- Neurological Disorder (Parkinson’s Disease, Guillain-Barre, etc.)
- Hip Fracture (limited)
- Other Debilitating Conditions (limited)
Patient’s must have a medical necessity requiring closephysician attention and rehabilitation nursing during rehab stay such as HTN, Anemia, Cardiac, Pulmonary or Neurological, Dysphagia, Hypoxia, new or uncontrolled Diabetes, incontinence, or other new diagnoses requiring close medical management. They must be able to tolerate three hours of therapy per day for five of seven days. Therapies are individualized with sessions throughout the day.
Benefits of Inpatient Rehabilitation For Your Patients
- Inpatient Rehab builds strength, endurance, independence and confidence with a goal of returning patients to their prior level of function in the community
- Administering intensive rehab helps patients return home and avoid extended stays in nursing homes
- Inpatient Rehab builds confidence regarding safety at home and provides teaching regarding new diagnoses