The Patient Room of the Future

In 1996, Wellness Environments embarked on a journey to create the Patient Room for the Future. We spent 8 years in Research and Development, consulting with Administrators, Doctors, Nurses, and most importantly, with Patients and Families. Our goal was to design and build a room that would help patients heal rapidly and maximize staff efficiency. Our vision and dream has become a reality with our Patient Room for the Future.

Using Evidence-Based Design (EBD) techniques, which implement decisions rooted in credible research about the surrounding environment to achieve maximum healing, the Patient Room for the Future consists of 4 highly specialized zones. Each fully customized zone - the Caregiver Zone, Family Zone, Patient Zone, and the Hygiene Zone, targets the caregiver's every need while creating the optimal healing environment for the patient.

The Wellness Patient Room for the Future is made-to-order to fit any configuration and square footage; from as little as 180 square feet to as much as 500 square feet and beyond. Wellness can also accommodate the design tastes of any Hospital with countless color and fabric options.

The Wellness Patient Room can be ordered as a complete turn-key environment or individual items can be selected from our catalog. Our room qualifies as equipment by the IRS and the entire package can be leased. It is the only patient room in the world that is considered to be equipment.

Please click on the following zones to learn more:

Caregiver Zone

The Wellness "Caregiver Zone" is designed to maximize staff efficiency so the caregiver can focus their full attention on the patient. Features include a recessed Clinical Information Center where doctors and nurses can easily and promptly obtain critical patient information and perform patient charting. Also located in this zone is the Nurse Task Center. This fully customizable all-in-one station highlights our commitment to staff efficiency and infection control as it allows all caregivers access to wash their hands, store routine equipment, leave messages on a white board as well as providing ample space for additional items needed by the caregiver.

Family Zone

Wellness knows that family members are a vital part of the healing process. To this end, the "Family Zone" is designed to make family members feel at home by maximizing their comfort. This zone features a sofa sleeper with ample built-in storage for personal belongings, an armoire with a built-in television niche, a cozy recliner, and flower shelves to keep special gifts visible throughout the room. By providing a comfortable and dedicated space, this zone engages family members as an essential part of the healing process.

Patient Zone

Every item in the Patient Room for the Future has one goal in mind: to help the patient heal. To this end, the "Patient Zone," is designed to reduce anxiety and make the patient feel as comfortable as possible.

The Wellness signature multi-functional Overbed Canopy is positioned above the patient bed. This Canopy features an air diffuser to direct airflow away from the patient-reducing Nurse Calls to "lower the air conditioning." The Canopy also has an abundance of lights: exam lights, patient-controlled reading lights and a serene backlit nature scene located directly above the patient, which has been proven to aid in the healing process by reducing anxiety and stress.

The room lighting, reading lights, window shades, backlit artwork, television, and nurse call function are all controlled by the patient with our patented Pillow Switch. Research shows that the patients' increased ability to control the functions of their room reduces anxiety and stress.

Patient safety is the ultimate priority for Wellness and healthcare providers alike. As a result, we strategically install slip-resistant grab bars and radius corner furniture to prevent patient falls and minimize the risk of injury.

Hygiene Zone

In the Wellness "Hygiene Zone," Patient Safety is our top concern. As a result, we incorporate grout-free one-piece molded acrylic showers and vanities with radius corners that ensure a germ-free and easy to clean environment. To reduce water spillage on the floor, the sink is designed to splash back into the basin. The bathroom is where most patient falls occur and Wellness addresses this concern by including ample landing and grab bars; both on the walls and in the shower. This Zone also features a Bedpan Cabinet to store the bedpan out of the way and out of sight while not in use. Also featured is a strategically placed glove dispenser by the toilet.