 If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 70 to 95 percent alcohol. “The unanimous vote by the Territorial Board of the Hospitals in conjunction with the direct collaboration with the executive branch of the Government of the Virgin Islands exemplifies the commitment to the citizens of this territory that health care is paramount,” Vice President Smalls said.  Pre-operative surgical/procedural anesthesia interviews with the patient are completed by phone, with anesthesia physical assessments completed the day of the procedure. Unlike many news organizations, we haven't put up a paywall - we want to keep our journalism as open as we can.  Whenever there is an employee that suspects that they may have been exposed, the employee is tested at JFL through Employee Health.

Visitors are subject to temperature checks and screening upon arrival at the hospital’s main lobby.

In preparation for the return of elective surgeries, JFL leadership developed a plan for safely delivering care in the surgical setting and developing new safety protocols for the safety of patients undergoing procedures involving anesthesia, which include:  All patients are screened for COVID-19 and are required to self-quarantine until their scheduled procedure.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, through its Public Assistance Program, approved 48 obligations for $83.1 million.

JFL is asking for clients to call or e-mail prior to coming into the hospital because their request may be handled over the phone or by e-mail. Juan Luis Hospital on St. Croix; Roy L. Schneider Regional Medical Center and the Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute on St. Thomas; and the Myrah Keating Smith Clinic on St. John.

 If a visitor begins to show signs and symptoms of COVID-19, you will be asked to depart promptly and notify the V.I. The sessions were on breast cancer topics.  Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then dispose of the tissue.

Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center Updates Its COVID-19 Precautions, {{current_weather.dt | momentjs( atts.date )}}. As the COVID-19 environment continues to evolve, JFL continues to take proactive, measures to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and the community. Local government. The hospital is fully operational. Patients who wish to schedule their elective surgery or outpatient procedure should contact their surgeon/physician. Since 1999 the Virgin Islands Source – the only online newspaper of general circulation in the U.S. Virgin Islands – has been providing the community with reliable, accurate and balanced local journalism.

JFL resumed elective surgeries and outpatient procedures, on June 23. Gov Juan F Luis Hospital & Medical Ctr was recognized by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as one of modern hospitals which are scientifically measured and assessed to have high-quality health care services for promoting health and improving the quality of life.

All rights reserved. Wish List – Island-made toys to support JFL. Individuals experiencing serious injuries or medical symptoms such as chest pain, numbness, difficulty breathing or mental confusion should call 9-1-1 or go to JFL’s emergency department. Department of Health (DOH). Unlike many news organizations, we haven't put up a paywall - we want to keep our journalism as open as we can. The sessions were on breast cancer topics. “As the person designated to lead this effort, it is indeed an honor and a privilege.  Routinely clean frequently touched surfaces and objects. The Youth, Sports, Parks and Recreation Committee advanced legislation on Tuesday that would, if signed into law, allocate $375,000 toward the construction of Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant, Storm is on Track to Impact Territory by Thursday, Agriculture Recommends Preparations to Protect Livestock and Horses From Hurricanes, DHS Recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month During October, Hospital Board Approves Architecture, Engineering Designs for Hospitals, Keating Clinic and Kimelman Institute, Staff and Community Attend First ‘JFL Goes Pink Education Day’. We also work to create networks with other community organizations for the benefit of the hospital. Read more.  Physicians and staff are screened daily and wear the recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center is actively monitoring and responding to all recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Virgin Islands Department of Health. Individuals will be prohibited from entering the hospital if they:  Refuse to complete the temperature screening,  Have been in contact within the last 14 days with a person suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19,  Have had a cough or flu-like symptoms, including sore throat, headache, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain or loss of taste or smell in the last 24 hours,  Felt feverish, experienced chills or had a fever of 100F or greater in the last 48 hours. Juan Luis Hospital & Medical Center.

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I pledge my commitment to the citizens of this territory that my team and I will be fiscally responsible in designing and constructing resilient, state-of-the-art hospitals and medical facilities which will serve our community for many years to come.”. As the world continues to navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19, Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center Hospital (JFL) provides this update on the measures and additional protocols it has implemented to help ensure a safe environment for its patients, caregivers, staff and community, which include:  All persons entering JFL are required to wear a mask.  Any visitor who causes disruption or fails to comply with the new visitor protocol will be immediately removed from hospital premises. We all must continue to work together to flatten the curve.”. If everybody who appreciates our reporting efforts were to help fund it for as little as $1, our future would be much more secure.  All healthcare workers providing direct patient care are expected to wear masks for all patient interactions, to use gloves and proper hand hygiene, and to disinfect all surfaces in between patient consults.  Persons with travel history within the last 14 days will not be permitted to proceed within the hospital.