Emergency care
Emergency room (ER) in Englewood
When an accident or illness occurs, our specialists are dedicated to providing fast, high-quality emergency services.
At HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, our 24/7 ER is staffed with physicians, nurses and other highly trained healthcare professionals to help ensure you have access to the care you need.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Services our emergency department offers
We can help you work toward your recovery goals with our personalized emergency services, including stroke care, heart attack treatment and telemedicine support.
Emergency stroke care
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Primary Stroke Center Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards for safety and quality care. This means we are prepared 24/7 to administer lifesaving stroke treatment.
Our neurologists are also standing by to provide tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), the clot-busting drug used to break up blood clots and restore blood flow to the brain. These medications can work fast when seconds count, to provide you with the care you need.
Heart attack treatment
We also provide emergency heart attack treatment 24/7. A heart attack is a medical emergency that requires medical intervention to open up the blocked blood vessel that supplies blood to the heart. Treatment options will vary depending on the extent of the blockage.
When it comes to a heart attack, identifying the symptoms and knowing when to seek emergency care is key.
The signs and symptoms of a heart attack can include:
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Pain in the arms, back, neck, jaw or stomach
- Pressure or discomfort in the chest
- Shortness of breath
- Sweating
If you believe you are having a heart attack, you should call 911 immediately.
Telemedicine services
We offer complete emergency medical care, but when a higher level of care is required, we use telemedicine technology.
Telemedicine allows you to receive an evaluation from a specialist, like a neurologist or a psychiatrist, in minutes via remote telemedicine technology. A virtual examination is useful in identifying if continued care is needed and expedites the treatment process, so we can provide you with the right care quickly.
Fast Track ER
If you're coming to the ER, we know your condition requires immediate treatment. With our Fast Track ER, we're able to provide expedited care for less severe conditions, such as a sore throat, rash or minor injury.
The division between the main ER and Fast Track ER allows us to make sure you are getting the dedicated, timely care you deserve.
Frequently asked questions
To best help you, we have consolidated a list of answers to common questions we receive about our emergency care.
When should I visit the ER?
We understand it can be difficult to know whether you should go to the ER or wait for your doctor's office to open. However, we want you to feel secure about your choice for care.
There are a wide range of symptoms that may indicate you need to visit the ER, including:
- Back pain
- Broken bones
- Chest pain
- Concussion
- Flu
- Side pain
- Stomach pain
- Trouble breathing
If you are unsure if your symptoms require an ER visit, you can speak to a nurse 24/7 by calling our Consult-A-Nurse® team at (844) 706-8773.
What should I expect at the ER?
When you get to the ER, one of our triage nurses will medically screen, evaluate and stabilize you to assess your symptoms and vital signs. Next, a registration clerk will collect your insurance card (if available) and other information.
If you have a severe, life-threatening illness or injury, you will be treated first. Otherwise, you will be treated in the order you arrive.
Before discharge, we encourage you to ask our emergency care teams any questions you have. It is also useful for you to keep all of your paperwork, discharge information and medicines or prescriptions together after you leave the emergency room.
After discharge, our emergency department staff will reach out to your primary care provider to ensure they are updated on your care.
What should I bring to the ER?
When coming to the ER, we recommend you bring:
- A list of known allergies
- A list of medicines you currently take
- A responsible adult or phone number for someone to contact
- Copies of results from recent medical tests, if available
- Personal care preferences and restrictions
How do I stay updated on ER wait times?
When it comes to emergency services, our goal is to continually work toward enhancing the care you receive, while reducing our wait times. This ensures you get the support you need, when you need it most.
Our wait times are updated every 30 minutes and are available on our website.
To find out the wait times of the HCA Florida ER nearest to you, check the top of our website or text "ER" to 32222.
Note: Message and data rates may apply. ER wait times are approximate and provided for informational purposes only.
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