Safety & Security
Nursery Security
During your stay, call the nursery or security at any time, especially if you are concerned about anyone or anything.
Security
(803) 791-5677
Newborn Nursery
(803) 791-2533
Keeping Your Baby Safe
In order to keep your baby safe and secure in the hospital, please follow these guidelines:
- Do not give your baby to anyone unless you know them or they are wearing a distinctive purple-striped hospital picture ID badge.
- The only person other than the hospital staff and yourself allowed to transport your baby within the Mother/Baby Unit is your support person. This support person must be wearing a matching ID bracelet. Only braceleted individuals are allowed in the nursery, which is locked at all times.
- Please transport your baby in the hallway using the bassinet. Do not carry your baby in your arms while in the hallway.
- If your baby is in the room with you and you need to use the bathroom, place the bassinet next to the bathroom door and leave the door open a bit. Don’t ever leave your baby in your room alone.
- Keep your baby’s bassinet on the side of your bed farthest from the door.
Security Code Bracelets
All infants are given security (code alert) bracelets soon after they’re born. In addition to our routine hospital security, this added measure of protection gives new parents peace of mind that their baby is safe and sound.
The code alert bracelet is a safety measure used by Lexington Medical Center to help protect your baby from abduction.
- When your baby is born, a small transmitter is applied to the baby’s ankle using a strip of material like a bandaid.
- The transmitter will cause an alarm to sound if the band is cut or someone tries to remove it. It will also generate an alarm if your baby is in an area close to an open exit door or an open elevator.
- You may also hear a door lock as your baby passes by the door. If you are pushing your baby in the hall and pass an open door, please be aware that an alarm will sound and a nurse will immediately come to make sure your baby is safe.
- The transmitter remains on your baby during the entire hospital stay, until baby is discharged.
Birth Center Resources
Birth Center FAQ
Answers to frequently asked questions about the birth center guidelines and procedures.
Maternity Suites
Feel at home while you focus on the wonder and joy of bringing new life into the world.
Special Care Nursery
Our Special Care Nursery, located close to our labor and delivery unit, is designed for newborns who need special care and attention.
