John Hunter Hospital

Service Description

A public hospital and referral centre for Newcastle. There are 796 beds and emergency services, including a short stay emergency unit. Most medical services are available for inpatients. There are no adult mental health inpatient beds, there is a consultant and liaison in the hospital to see patients with mental health concerns. An adolescent mental health unit for children and young people 5-17 years of age- Nexus is within the hospital and has 12 inpatient beds.

Hours of Operation

Daily, 24 hours

Accessibility

Referral System

Requires a referral from a GP or Specialist. Ring for an appointment.

Service Fees

No

Languages (other than English)

Interpreter service available

Disability Access

Yes. Ramp, Wheelchair access, Lifts

Organisational Information

Area Served

Hunter New England LHD

Parent Organisation

Hunter New England Local Health District

Postal Address

Locked Bag 1

New Lambton

NSW

2305

Other Information

Facilities Available

Visiting hours 8:00am-8:00pm, there is a rest period from 1:00pm-3:00pm

Volunteering Opportunities

Yes

Other Contacts

NSW Mental Health Line 1800 011 511

Last Updated: 19 July 2024