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** CGH MAIN CLINIC and all OUTLYING CLINICS -

• We are no longer checking temperatures at the door, but are still screening for COVID symptoms.

• Masks ARE STILL REQUIRED FOR EVERY PATIENT AND GUEST as we continue to follow CDC guidelines.

• Visitor restrictions are lifted.

• Hospital restrictions continue to be in place (see below).

** HOSPITAL - Masks ARE STILL REQUIRED FOR EVERY PATIENT AND GUEST as we continue to follow CDC guidelines.

Inpatient Units (Non-COVID) patients - OB, Medical, Surgical, CCU, Pediatrics

• To reduce the risk of exposure, TWO designated support persons are allowed per patient stay.
• VISITING HOURS ARE FROM 8 A.M. TO 8 P.M. (After 5:30 P.M., enter through ED entrance).
• Upon admission, nursing staff will ask patient for name of designated support persons.
• Staff will call down to front desk to provide names.
• As the designated support person(s), you will present to the front entrance for screening.
• If screen is passed, you will proceed to the front desk and give name of patient and your name(s) as the designated support person(s).
  - If you are not the person on the list, the front desk will call the unit to validate and clarify before asking you to leave.
• You will be provided the colored sticker for the day to wear during the visit and will proceed to the unit.
• Visitors may eat/drink in the room.
• You will not be allowed to stay overnight unless special circumstances exist (OB, comfort care or disability)
• Special exceptions:
  - End of life - Pediatrics - both parents/guardians may remain with patient during normal visiting hours
• All vistors must be age 18 or older, and must be either immediate family members, powers of attorney, guardians or patient representatives.

Emergency Department

• Patient screening and triage is the priority for clinical greeter.
• Patient is dropped off at the ED entrance for temperature check and screening.
• Support person(s) will remain in vehicle.
• Once triage is complete, the patient is settled, and COVID-19 risk is ruled out, the patient may receive TWO designated support persons.
• As the designated support person(s), you will present to the front ED desk for screening.
  - You will need to wait if patients are being screened ahead of you.
• If screen is passed, you will be provided the colored sticker for the day to wear during the visit and will proceed to the patient room. You must remain in patient room.
• Use of the ED waiting room is limited to ability to social distance.
• If patient is admitted, you can travel with patient up to unit unless special circumstances are occurring.
  - If admission is outside of normal visiting hours (8 a.m. to 8 p.m.), you may come back to visit when visitation hours are available.
• All visitors must be age 18 or older, and must be either immediate family members, powers of attorney, guardians or patient representatives.

Inpatient Surgery, Same Day Procedures (Operating Room, Digestive Health, Invasive Radiology & Cath Lab)

• ONE support person may accompany patient.
• Patient to be dropped off at the front entrance for screening.
• Patient will then proceed to the front desk to share name and designated support person.
• Patient will then proceed to Admitting (if not already pre-admitted) and then to the unit to get settled in.
• After the procedure is complete, the designated support person will be contacted by the department when you can come to the unit.
• You will present to the front entrance for screening.
• You will be provided the colored sticker for the day to wear during the visit and will proceed to the unit.
• You will remain in the patient room during the patient's stay or in the designated area while the patient recovers. This will allow you to participate in discharge education.
• All visitors must be age 18 or older, and must be either immediate family members, powers of attorney, guardians or patient representatives.

Hospital Based Outpatient Testing: Includes Radiology, Cardio Lab & Pulmonary Testing
* ONE support person may accompany patient.
* Staff will guide you to designated waiting area.

Inpatient Units (COVID positive) patients -Medical, Surgical, CCU, Pediatrics

NO VISITORS except for the following:

• Minor children: one parent/guardian may remain with patient

• Birthing Center: one support person

• Developmentally disabled: one support person

• End of life or other special circumstances:

• Subject to the Department Manager approval.

• Support person must be age 18 or older, and be either immediate family members, powers of attorney, guardians or patient representatives.

• Due to community spread and risk to the individual(s), only two support persons are allowed. We cannot allow rotation of multiple family members at this time.

• Designated support person(s) must agree to the following:
  * Allow nursing staff to dress visitor in proper protective equipment including the following: regular mask, gloves, shield, and gown.
  * Must stay in the patient room at all times during visit.
  * Prohibited from food or drink during visit.
  * Press call light for assistance prior to leaving the room.
  * Nurse will assist with taking off protective equipment.
  * Follow instructions from the department charge nurse on where to meet staff and enter the facility as well as exit the facility.

  As always, all patients and support persons must comply with the COVID screening at the facility entrance and must wear a personal face covering (mask that covers nose and mouth) during the entire visit or he/she will be asked to leave.
  
  We appreciate your patience and understanding. CGH remains a safe place for patients. Along with noting these Visitor Policy changes, please do not neglect your other health needs!
  
  Remember that we are all in this together! Continue to protect yourself and others by washing your hands frequently, wearing a mask and maintaining social distance.