Hospital Discharge Transport Planning 2025: A Family Checklist
Steps for a safe discharge: equipment, medication plan, transport organization, and preparing the home.
09/28/2025
As discharge day approaches, excitement mixes with a demanding preparation process. Transport planning, medication schedules and readying the home are key to a smooth transition.
Hospital Discharge Transport Planning 2025
Pre-Transport Planning
- Confirm the discharge date and medical requirements with the physician.
- Arrange private ambulance if stretcher, oxygen or monitoring is needed.
- Gather documents: discharge summary, prescriptions, follow-up appointments.
Medications and Equipment
- Prepare a written plan for the first 72 hours of medications and times.
- Follow nurse/therapist guidance for wound care, pressure sore prevention and mobilization.
- Set up equipment in advance: bed, walker, wheelchair.
Preparing the Home
- Reduce fall risk: secure rugs, tidy cables, use non-slip mats in bathrooms.
- Room setup: door width for stretcher access, bed height and lighting.
- Nutrition and hygiene: water/food stocks, disposable gloves, waste management.
On Transport Day
- Building access: share security, door codes and elevator info with the crew.
- Comfort: blanket, pillow, personal items; be ready for waiting times.
- Communicate with the destination: arrival time and admitting unit.
Nova Ambulans supports planned transfers from hospital to home, home to hospital and between facilities with experienced teams.