Published on March 20, 2020

Parkview Visitor and Entrance Updates, Effective Monday, March 23rd, 2020

 

 As Parkview continues to care for the community due to the COVID-19 outbreak, changes in the visitor policy of the hospital will go into effect on Monday, March 23rd. 

Effective Monday, March 23rd at 6:00 am, all visitors must enter through the main entrance of the hospital on Grand.  Visitors are encouraged to continue to park in the parking garage but the sky bridge will be closed.   Visitors will need to take the elevator down to the first floor and come across the street to the main entrance on Grand. 

Visiting hours remain from 10:00am to 8:00pm.  Patients are allowed only one visitor in a 24-hour period.  That same visitor may leave and reenter during the 24-hour period.  Exceptions may be considered for visitors of children and end of life situations. 

In addition, the hospital will continue to prohibit visitors into the hospital under the age of 18.  If visitors present symptoms of cold or flu, they will not be allowed in the hospital, regardless of age. 

“We understand this might not be ideal for families and friends visiting loved ones but this measure of precaution is to keep everyone safe.  The health and safety of our patients, their families and the Parkview team is our top priority,” stated Leslie Barnes, President and CEO. 

Parkview Medical Center continues to stay diligent and prepared during the recent COVID-19 events. 

For additional details, please call Racheal Morris at 719-584-4499.

About Parkview Medical Center

Founded in 1923, Parkview Health System in Pueblo, Colorado, offers general acute healthcare and health specialty services. As a private, non-profit organization, Parkview is licensed for 350 beds and provides a full range of healthcare services including a verified Level III Trauma Center along with exceptional comprehensive cardiac and orthopedic care. Parkview Health System is the leader in all service lines in our service area. As a vital healthcare source, Parkview’s service area includes Pueblo County and 14 surrounding counties, which together represent 370,000 total lives.

Parkview Health System is the largest non-government, nonprofit, private sector employer in Pueblo County with approximately 3,000 employees and provides a skilled medical staff of over 370 physicians. The impact of our workforce triggers a strong impact on the community as Parkview’s annual payroll contributes $232 million to the economy.