Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay changes their visitation policy – Clay Today Online

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MIDDLEBURG The health and safety of patients, associates and visitors are a top priority for Ascension St. Vincents Clay. It has rigorous infection prevention protocols in place at all times that are based on guidance from government health officials including the CDC and Florida Department of Health. It is continuously updating its protocols and policies during this rapidly evolving situation, including adjustments in hospital visitation policies as needed.

Given the continued development of COVID-19 in our community, the hospital has instituted a new visitation policy:

In-patient adults: No visitors unless deemed necessary by the patients nursing staff.

Labor and delivery: One designated visitor for each patient. A doula may also be allowed as needed.

Emergency department: For adults, no visitors unless deemed necessary by nursing staff. For pediatrics (minors), up to two designated visitors per patient. The visitors must be the patients parents or guardians.

End-of-life/hospice: Two designated visitors will be permitted. Visits will be arranged by the patients nursing team.

Outpatient imaging and procedural areas: No visitors for adult patients who do not need assistance. If a patient needs assistance, one visitor is permitted. For pediatrics (minors), one designated visitor per patient is permitted, but they must be the patients parent or guardian.

All approved visitors will be required to complete a health screening for entry and wear a mask that covers their mouth and nose at all times, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.

Visitors who have a known COVID-19 exposure, have tested positive for COVID-19, or have a pending COVID-19 test cannot visit unless there are clearly documented extenuating circumstances and the patients care team approves the visit.

If someone needs emergency medical care, do not delay. Hospitals and emergency rooms remain open and ready to safely provide care to those who need it.

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