TO:
All Members of the RWJUH Family
FROM: John J. Gantner, President and CEO, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
RE:
RWJUH COVID-19 Update
Recognizing that the safety and well-being of our patients, visitors and staff is our top priority, please note that out of an abundance of caution
no visitors will be allowed
at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) beginning Monday, March 16th. This visitation policy change will remain in effect until further notice.
Exceptions may be made in certain circumstances:
- Pediatric units (only ONE parent/guardian will be permitted)
- Maternity and Labor & Delivery units (only ONE significant other/support person can visit)
- Neonatal Intensive Care Units (TWO parents/support persons can visit)
- Pediatric psychiatric patients (only ONE if/when a mutual agreement between the care team and the parents/guardian has been reached)
PLEASE NOTE: Extenuating circumstances (such as hospice) will also be considered based on the best interest and needs of the individual patient.
Emergency Department
patients may be accompanied by
ONE adult
.
Outpatients
may be accompanied by
ONE adult
(unless an aide or assistant is required).
Same Day Surgery
or
Ambulatory Procedures
may be accompanied by
ONE adult
per visit.
**Individuals 18 years of age and under will not be permitted.
At RWJUH, we take great pride in creating a warm and welcoming environment for our patients and visitors; therefore, this decision was not made lightly. Patient and staff safety is our main concern as we respond to the unprecedented challenge presented by coronavirus (COVID-19). Family members and friends are encouraged to use alternative ways to interact with their loved ones, including phone calls, Facetime, Skype and other means.
On behalf of our entire Leadership Team, thank you for your flexibility and your unwavering support as we respond to this challenge together.