HÔPITAL DE L'ENFANT - JÉSUS RHSJ

Location & Access

1 Boul St-Pierre Ouest, Caraquet, NB E1W 1B6

Parking is available on site at Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus RHSJ; proceeds from parking fees support the Fondation Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus. For specific rates, lot layout, and accessibility details, contact the hospital directly at 506-726-2100.

Caraquet is a small community with very limited public transit options. Most patients and visitors travel to the hospital by personal vehicle. Contact the hospital or the municipality for information on any available local transportation services.

About HÔPITAL DE L'ENFANT - JÉSUS RHSJ

Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus RHSJ is a 12-bed acute care community hospital located in Caraquet, New Brunswick, serving the Acadian Peninsula and surrounding region with around-the-clock emergency care. The Emergency Department sees approximately 26,000 visits per year — roughly 70 patients per day — and provides primary and secondary care services to Francophone and Anglophone patients alike. For complex or highly specialized care beyond the hospital's scope, patients are referred to the Chaleur Regional Hospital in Bathurst, approximately 80 km away.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, General medicine and inpatient care, Oncology Clinic (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.), Ambulatory care clinics (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.), Palliative care, Cardiac rehabilitation program, Respiratory health clinic, Smoking cessation clinic, Mental health and addiction counselling, Diagnostic and therapeutic services, Blood testing services, Medical student and resident teaching.

Amenities

• ATM at main entrance
• Coin machine at main entrance
• Cafeteria with hot and cold lunch options
• Gift shop (near secondary entrance, open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.) offering gifts, cards, coffee, sandwiches, and snacks
• Public telephone on the second floor near the outpatient clinic

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait-time data is currently available for this facility. As a general guideline, mid-morning on weekdays (after the early rush but before midday) tends to be less busy at community emergency departments. If your condition is not life-threatening, consider calling 811 (Tele-Care) first for guidance.

Busier times: Like most emergency departments, visits on evenings, weekends, and holidays may see higher patient volumes. With approximately 70 visits per day, the ED can get busy — if possible, avoid peak times such as Friday evenings or long weekend periods for non-urgent concerns.

Tips Before You Go

• The Emergency Department is open 24/7, but ambulatory care clinics operate Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — plan your visit accordingly for non-emergency needs.
• Services are available in both English and French, with a strong emphasis on Francophone care; don't hesitate to request a French-speaking provider.
• For complex or specialized care beyond the scope of this community hospital, you may be referred to the Chaleur Regional Hospital in Bathurst, about 80 km away — plan for that possibility if your condition is serious.
• The gift shop near the secondary entrance is a convenient stop for snacks or essentials during a long wait; it's open weekdays during business hours.
• Parking profits go directly to the hospital foundation, so your parking fees support local healthcare — contact the hospital at 506-726-2100 for parking details before your visit.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
• New Brunswick Medicare card (provincial health card)
• List of current medications, including dosages
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
• Insurance information if applicable (for medications or private services)
• Phone charger or portable battery for long waits
• Snacks and water in case of an extended stay
• Warm clothing or a blanket, as waiting areas can be cool

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Visit length figures represent total time in the emergency department from arrival to discharge, sourced from NB Health. Actual times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.