Kent Hospital Visitor Guidelines

As of Monday, December 22^nd, 2025, masks will be required at all times in our hospitals and within any medical building where patients may be present. Staff, vendors, and visitors are required to mask. Patients and clients will be asked to mask as they are able.

Identification is required for entry to Kent Hospital. Please have your ID ready at check-in.

• Inpatient Floors & Women’s Care Post-Partum Unit: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Progressive Care Unit (PRG): 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • No visitors under 14 years old permitted.
• Emergency Department (ED): Open visitation, 1 visitor/support person at bedside
  • No visitors under 14 years old permitted.
• Cath Lab & Surgical Services: 1 visitor in pre- and post-procedural areas (if it does not disrupt care).
• Women’s Care Center / Labor & Delivery: Open visitation; birth coach, doula, or support person allowed during labor. Parents/significant others may stay 24 hours.

• Support Persons for Patients with Disabilities (ADA):
  • Up to 2 support persons (18+ years old) allowed, even outside regular hours, if essential to care or communication.
  • Language barriers may qualify—contact the Risk Manager if unsure.
• End-of-Life Situations: Exceptions for additional visitors may be approved by the Nursing Supervisor.
• Pediatric Patients: 1 parent/guardian allowed at all times

• Visitation may be limited or suspended:
  • At the patient’s request or for safety reasons (e.g., infection risk, violent behavior, law enforcement custody).
  • During emergencies, strict isolation, or quarantine.
  • If it disrupts patient care or hospital operations.

Kent Hospital may update this policy as needed to best support the health and safety of our patients, staff, and community.