St. Joseph Hospital is dedicated to providing excellent patient care and creating a healing environment. To ensure the well-being of our patients, visitors, and staff, we have established visitor guidelines.
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the current visiting hours for St. Joseph Hospital and outlines our related policies.
Please note that these guidelines, including visiting hours, are subject to change based on patient needs and any necessary safety precautions. We recommend checking for the latest updates before your visit.
General Visiting Hours and Guidelines
Most areas of St. Joseph’s welcome visitors between 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. However, please be aware that visiting hours may vary based on the specific unit or the patient’s individual needs.
When you arrive, you’ll need to get a visitor’s pass at the information desk. It’s important that all visitors follow hospital policies and the instructions of the staff. We want everyone to work together to maintain a safe and respectful environment for patients, visitors, and staff alike.
To help ensure a healthy environment, please don’t visit if you’re feeling sick or have any symptoms of a contagious illness. Good hand hygiene is essential, so please wash your hands frequently or use the hand sanitizing stations located throughout the hospital. Finally, please note that St. Joseph’s is a tobacco-free campus, and smoking or vaping is not permitted anywhere on the grounds.
Unit-Specific Visiting Guidelines
While general visiting hours often apply throughout St. Joseph Hospital, some units have specific guidelines that visitors need to be aware of.
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Because ICU patients are often critically ill, visiting hours and other restrictions may be more strict. The number of visitors allowed at any one time may also be limited.
Emergency Department (ED)
Space constraints and the need to give priority to patient care may limit visitor access to the ED. Support persons are generally allowed to accompany patients.
Mother and Baby Unit/Neonatal ICU (NICU)
If you’re planning to visit a mother and newborn, be aware that there may be restrictions on the number of visitors allowed and age limits for visitors. Because newborns are so vulnerable, infection control is especially important in the NICU.
Other Units
Other units may have specific visiting hours or restrictions based on patient needs and safety concerns. It’s always a good idea to check with the nursing staff for the most up-to-date information before you visit.
Additional Amenities and Resources for Visitors
St. Joseph Hospital offers several amenities and resources to make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Food and Beverage Options
You’ll find a variety of food choices at St. Joseph, including a cafeteria, Starbucks, Subway, and Blue Bowl. Food delivery services are also available if you prefer.
Parking Information
Parking is available at various rates, and parking passes may be an option, especially for longer stays. Be sure to ask about short-term and long-term parking options when you arrive.
Other Resources
For quiet reflection, the hospital has a chapel and gardens. A library is also available for visitors. If you need interpreter services, the hospital can provide them. And for those who want to stay connected, Wi-Fi is available throughout the hospital.
Patient Safety and Support
St. Joseph’s has a program called Condition H that allows patients and their families to voice their worries about patient safety. If you feel like something isn’t right, you can use this system to get help.
Visitors are a key part of the patient’s support system. We encourage you to speak up and advocate for the patient’s needs and well-being while they’re in the hospital.
Putting It All Together
It’s important to remember that the visiting hours and guidelines at St. Joseph Hospital exist to protect the safety and well-being of everyone—patients, visitors, and staff.
Because these rules can change, please check the hospital’s website or call ahead to confirm the latest visitor guidelines before each visit.