Emergency care
Emergency room (ER) in Bayonet Point
When the unexpected happens, such as a medical emergency, we're standing by to help.
At HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, our ER offers lifesaving, emergency care 24/7. Our qualified specialists are here to provide expert care and timely services when you need them most.
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.
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High-quality care our emergency department offers
Our ER was designed to prioritize prompt emergency care. We use the latest imaging technology and diagnostic testing to provide you with an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
Heart attack treatment
Our ER staff is available 24/7 to administer lifesaving interventions for chest pain and other heart attack symptoms. Our services include a range of diagnostic cardiac imaging tests that allow us to provide a swift diagnosis so that treatment can begin as soon as possible.
Afterward, through our comprehensive cardiac services, we provide the continued care you deserve throughout recovery and cardiac rehabilitation.
Stroke treatment
We are dedicated to providing timely care for individuals coming to our ER with stroke symptoms. Our acute stroke team is onsite 24/7 to diagnose an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke and administer the appropriate treatment.
Additionally, because of our adherence to evidence-based guidelines for stroke care, The Joint Commission has recognized our hospital as a Primary Stroke Center. This recognition means our hospital is prepared to administer high-quality stroke treatments.
Level II Trauma Center
We are proud to have a Level II Trauma Center, as designated by the Florida Department of Health. Our 24/7 onsite trauma team works hand-in-hand with emergency care personnel to deliver fast, coordinated care for traumatic injuries.
Our ER team
Our emergency care staff is specially trained in emergency medicine. We partner with other specialists within our hospital to ensure a quick and accurate diagnosis. Together, we will work to provide you with seamless care.
We are staffed with a dedicated group of:
- Nurse practitioners
- On-call specialists
- Physicians
- Physician assistants (PAs)
- Registered nurses
- Trauma surgeons
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 emergency room, 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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