2A Inpatient Unit Introduce Visitor Restrictions.
May 16, 2024 – Effective May 16, 2024, 2A Inpatient Unit at Sault Area Hospital (SAH) have implemented visitor restrictions due to an outbreak of Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE) and the heightened risk of infection for our patients.
Visiting Guidelines:
- Visiting hours will be between 8:30 am – 8:30 pm daily (Exceptions may be made)
- There will be one visitor or one essential caregiver allowed to visit the patient at a time
- Visitors will not be allowed to visit multiple patients on the unit at one time
- All visitors must adhere to the personal protective equipment guidelines directed by staff
- Families will need to coordinate visits to ensure only one visitor is present at the patient’s bedside
- Visitors’ eating and drinking in the patient rooms is not allowed
- Visitors who demonstrate disruptive behaviour will be limited in their ability to visit
Exceptions will be made if a visitor provides support for a vulnerable patient (under the age of 18, with cognitive impairment, significant developmental and/or intellectual disability, or inability to communicate effectively) or if a patient is at the end of life.
SAH is committed to supporting our patients and their families during this time. If you have a loved one in the hospital, please reach out to the respective nursing station. Our team will facilitate regular check-ins or phone calls to help you stay connected.
The latest visitor information for SAH is available at SAH Visitor Guidance.