Rush Oak Park Hospital - Skilled Care Unit is devoted to serving the complex health needs of older adults by providing patient- and family-centered care. This care unit is recognized for its comprehensive approach, delivered by an interdisciplinary team experienced in geriatrics, including board certified geriatricians, nurse practitioners, a dietitian, and a social worker. The skilled care environment is designed to address the unique challenges that seniors may face, such as functional decline, falls, urinary incontinence, memory loss, personality changes, frailty, polypharmacy, and the management of pain and other symptoms.
Offering both primary and consultative care, the Skilled Care Unit at Rush Oak Park Hospital stands out with its collaborative and educational philosophy. As a teaching facility, patients benefit from the involvement of trainees from various disciplines, which contributes to an atmosphere of ongoing learning and the highest standards of care. The team works seamlessly together and is also open to collaborating with a patient’s existing primary care physician, particularly when assessing or managing geriatric syndromes.
The care unit’s support extends to the patient’s family, ensuring that both the medical and social aspects of aging are considered in each personalized care plan. The environment is welcoming and thoughtful, aiming to make transitions as smooth as possible. Amenities such as enclosed parking garages and reduced-rate parking for patients and visitors add to the convenience and accessibility of visits. These facilities can be easily reached by nearby transit as well, reflecting the care home’s commitment to accessibility.
Within this supportive environment, individual care providers such as Lory Arquilla-Maltby, NP, DNP; Magdalena Bednarczyk, MD; Nivedita Gunturi, MD; Daniel Maher, NP; Katherine Maslar, NP; Ashley Okray, PA-C; Abbas Rizvi, DO; Priti Shah, NP; and Sandra Swantek, MD are part of the integrated team. Each member plays a distinct role in ensuring that every resident receives attentive, ongoing, and compassionate care. This collaborative approach, paired with the expertise available on-site, positions the Skilled Care Unit at Rush Oak Park Hospital as a leader in geriatric care, committed to excellence and the well-being of its community.
