North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset offers 24-hour visitation to support patients and their caregivers. Staff may adjust the number of visitors in each room for safety and care considerations. Quiet hours are from 9:00 pm to 8:00 am; visitors during these times should respect patient preferences and privacy. During patient procedures, visitors may be asked to relocate to a public area[2].
For non-COVID patients, only visitors aged 18 and above are permitted during 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. All inpatient visitors must register and receive a visitor pass at the Main Lobby Entrance. Policies by area are:
- Inpatient: One adult visitor at a time.
- Inpatient/Outpatient Surgery & Invasive Procedures: One visitor may stay in the designated waiting area from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, until the procedure is complete. If the procedure ends after 6 pm, the visitor may stay until it is done but must return during regular hours the next day.
- Emergency Room: One visitor allowed, depending on patient’s condition. If admitted, inpatient visitation applies.
- Hospice/end-of-life: One visitor at a time.
- COVID-19 Positive Patients: Exceptions may be made for end-of-life needs with administration approval.
All visitors must follow hospital infection control policies, including hand sanitizing, wearing an approved mask, only visiting designated patient areas, and leaving promptly at the end of visiting hours[1].
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