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Visitor Guidelines

Visitor Guidelines

For the health, safety and privacy of our new moms and babies, we ask your cooperation in following these visitation guidelines.

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Labor and delivery

  • Up to two support persons are welcome in the labor room based on mother’s wishes and patient safety is not compromised.
  • Siblings must have an adult (other than the patient) with them at all times and be symptom-free of contagious infections. 
  • We ask that there be no more than three family members and friends in the room after the physician has been called for delivery. 
  • Only one support person is allowed in the recovery room after a C-section. 
  • After delivery and when mom is ready, other family and friends may visit.
  • Please help us keep patient room doors and curtains closed at all times for patient privacy. 
  • If you are not visiting with a patient in her room, or if a patient goes to surgery, please help us keep our hallways clear by remaining in the waiting room.

After delivery

  • Children under 18 (unless they are the siblings of the newborn) are asked to visit the newborn at home.
  • One adult support person of the mother's choice is welcome to stay overnight.
  • Newborns can easily catch an infection, so please thoroughly wash your hands before touching baby. If you might have a cold, upset stomach or any condition that could make the new baby sick, please wait to visit when you are symptom-free.

Photo and video guidelines

  • You may videotape and take photos after the doctor says it’s okay, which is usually following a normal delivery.
  • If you are videotaping or taking photos after the delivery, you must have the patient’s consent and ensure no other patients are included in the photo or video.
  • If asked to stop recording or to not take a photo, please cooperate; it is important for the safety and security of 
  • our patients and other visitors. 
  • Recording devices may not be used in other areas of the hospital. Please keep this in mind if you leave the maternity care area. 

For patient information call 740-454-4225. For additional information visit our Patients or Visitors sections.

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Level II Special Care Nursery

Level II Special Care Nursery

Welcoming your newborn into the world is an exciting time, but sometimes newborns need a little extra special care.

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At Genesis we want you to know your newborn will have the highest level of care in southeastern Ohio with our Level II Special Care Nursery. Our unit is certified by the Ohio Department of Health.

 

The Level II Special Care Nursery at Genesis Hospital cares for babies born as early as 32 weeks gestation. In addition, the Special Care Nursery cares for full-term babies with special needs. We offer a neonatal and high-risk maternal transfer program for expectant mothers whose babies might benefit from care in the Special Care Nursery when delivered.

Breathe Easier

In addition to premature infants, the Genesis Special Care Nursery cares for full-term babies born with special needs. As a Level II Special Care Nursery, a number of special services and treatments are offered. These include surfactant therapy, which helps to prevent infant’s lungs from collapsing, total parenteral nutrition (TPN), which gets essential nutrients to growing babies through an IV, and echocardiograms, which enable us to detect heart problems in infants.

Telemedicine

A key technological advancement we offer you and your infant is telemedicine. This technology links Genesis to experts at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Using a special camera and monitors, neonatologists at Children's can zoom in on the baby and see what's happening in real time rather than depending solely on verbal descriptions over the phone. Then the neonatologists can help Genesis physicians care for infants, ideally avoiding a transfer to Columbus.

A Delicate Touch

Of course, it takes more than high-tech equipment to care for a precious new life — it takes people. That’s why our nurses, respiratory therapists, dietitians, pharmacists, occupational therapist and other staff work closely together to ensure high quality care. In addition, special care nurse practitioners and high-risk pediatricians oversee all day-to-day operations in the Special Care Nursery and are available in emergency situations.

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Breastfeeding Support

Helping Babies and Breastfeeding Moms

From pregnancy to birth and breastfeeding, our professional staff are here to help guide you. Our goal is to provide education, guidance and support to breastfeeding mothers. We know that breastfeeding benefits everyone including babies, moms and the community.

Our Services

We offer breastfeeding classes before and after your baby is born to provide you with as much support as possible. Breastfeeding classes provide useful information for breastfeeding moms. You can register for classes online.

Inpatient Consultation

Daily consultations are provided to breastfeeding mothers while an inpatient; providing education and the opportunity to ask questions about breastfeeding. Inpatient lactation support services are offered 24 hours a day.

Genesis Help Line

Breastfeeding moms are encouraged to call the Warm Line at 740-450-MILK (6455) or 800-225-7957, ext. 6455 with any questions or concerns after discharge.

Community Breastfeeding Assistance

Ohio Statewide Breastfeeding Hotline 
Certified and trained lactation specialists are available by phone 24 hours a day/7 days a week
888-588-3423  

WIC (Women, Infants & Children Program)
WIC offers various services including support groups and feeding classes for all breastfeeding mothers, regardless of qualifying for the WIC program.

  • Muskingum County 740-454-5040 
  • Perry County 740-342-4938 
  • Coshocton County 740-622-2929
  • Guernsey County 740-439-3577 ext. 7230

 

Breastfeeding Classes

We have many date options for you to attend a breastfeeding class. Follow the link to see the options.

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Epidural Anesthesia

Epidural Anesthesia

Genesis HealthCare System is pleased to offer expectant mothers the choice of epidural anesthesia – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Epidural is a method of administering pain medication to dull the sensations women feel during childbirth labor and delivery. When combined with breathing and relaxation techniques, epidurals provide increased comfort while enabling women to fully participate in the delivery. Anesthesiologists, medical doctors specializing in anesthesia and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), nurses with special training in the administration of anesthesia, work together to provide this popular service.

Preparing you for epidural anesthesia

When you arrive at Genesis for delivery, an anesthetist will do a brief pre-anesthesia assessment. This assessment is completed whether or not you have chosen epidural anesthesia. It helps the anesthesia personnel get to know you and be aware of any health factors that will influence the type of analgesia/anesthesia you may receive if the need arises. The anesthetist will also discuss your anesthesia options and answer any questions you may have.

If you decide you want an epidural, an intravenous (IV) line will be started. Various monitoring equipment will be set up to ensure the safety of you and your baby. You will be asked to sit up or curl up like a ball on your side. Your lower back will be washed with an antiseptic solution and numbed with a local anesthetic. A special needle will be used to locate the epidural space and a very small tubing threaded through this needle into the epidural space. The needle will then be removed and the tubing taped in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

    When will the epidural be started?

    Generally, your obstetrician likes you to be in active labor with your cervix dilated three to five centimeters and contractions every two minutes before epidural medication is given. Once the epidural has been started, you will need to remain in bed until your baby is delivered.

    How will I feel?

    Normally, you will be given only enough medication to ease the pain of contractions. Although your legs will feel a little heavy, you will still be able to move them. You will feel pressure with each contraction and will be able to “push” as instructed by your physician.

    How long will the numbness last?

    The epidural medication will be given continuously by means of a small pump attached to the side of your bed or IV pole. When the pump is turned off, there will be a gradual return of normal sensation during the next hour or so.

    Will my baby be affected?

    The local anesthetics used to produce the epidural differ from most pain medications and do not make your baby sleepy or depress his or her breathing. Healthy babies are born every day to mothers choosing epidural anesthesia.

    Are there any risks to me?

    The same precautions and safety measures are taken with epidural anesthesia as with any services provided at Genesis HealthCare System. Our anesthesiologists and CRNAs are well trained and experienced in providing this service. However, while being a remarkably safe anesthesia technique used on thousands of mothers every day, as with any procedure, there are some well-known potential complications:

    Lowered blood pressure

    A certain percentage of mothers will experience a drop in blood pressure after the start of the epidural. Increased rate of delivery of the IV solution along with proper positioning usually takes care of this problem. Occasionally, medications are given through the IV to help bring the blood pressure back to normal.

    Needle or catheter enters blood vessel

    This rare occurrence requires re-insertion of the epidural catheter into a different place.

    Accidental dural puncture

    The dura is the covering, or sleeve, that surrounds the spinal cord and contains the spinal fluid. If the epidural needle or catheter should puncture this covering and enter the spinal fluid, the catheter will have to be re-inserted in another location.

    What if I need a Cesarean section for delivery?

    Approximately one in five mothers gives birth by Cesarean operation. Most mothers are awake during a Cesarean but have been given either an epidural or spinal anesthetic to numb them completely for the surgery. If you have been in labor, have an epidural catheter in place, and should require a Cesarean, additional medication will be given through your epidural to completely numb you for the operation. In a true emergency where either you or your baby is in danger, it will be necessary to use a general anesthetic to put you to sleep.

    Additional Information

    Any expectant mother interested in anesthesia should discuss it with her obstetrician. Information is also available during childbirth preparation classes at Genesis.

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    Signs and Symptoms of Labor

    This is a guide for you about the signs of true labor. If you have any of these signs before 36 weeks of pregnancy (nine months), please call your physician. If you do not have a private physician, call the Genesis NurseLine right away at (740) 455-4949 or 1-800-948-4949.

      Contractions

      The uterus (womb), which is holding your baby, is a large muscle and when it tightens you may feel your tummy getting very hard. This hardening is called a contraction.

      True Labor
      • Contractions occur at regular intervals lasting 60 seconds or longer.
      • Contractions get gradually closer together and stronger.
        There is increasing discomfort or pain.
      • Your cervix (the opening of the uterus) softens, shortens and dilates.
      False Labor
      • Contractions are usually irregular.
      • Contractions do not get closer together. They may stop after an hour or so.
      • Discomfort or pain does not increase.
      • Your cervix does not change.
      What to Do If You Think You are in Labor
      • Rest if possible on your left side.
      • Time your contractions with a watch. If one starts at 9:10 and the next one starts at 9:16, they are six minutes apart.
      • Do not eat. Clear liquids are permissible.
      • Call according to your doctor’s instructions.
      Warning Signals
      • Possible Complications in Pregnancy

      When I should Call

      • You have chills and fever with a temperature above 100 degrees F.
      • You experience prolonged nausea and vomiting.
      • You have a severe headache with blurred vision.
      • You have pain or burning during urination and/or more frequent urination.
      • You notice any sudden swelling of your face, hands or feet.
      • You plan to go to the hospital.

      When to Go to the Hospital

      • There is any leakage of water from the vagina.
      • You have severe persistent pain in the abdomen or back.
      • You experience spotting or bleeding from the vagina.
      • Fainting
      Instructions on Labor – When to Go to the Hospital
      • Any leakage of fluid (any color).
      • Bleeding (if you need to wear a pad or mini pad).
      • Contractions or persistent back pain.
      • Decreased fetal movement (use kick count).
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      YoMingo Pregnancy App

      YoMingo Pregnancy App

      Genesis HealthCare System offers anytime, anywhere education through YoMingo®, a program designed to give you convenient access to valuable information. It includes the tools and support you need at every stage of your healthcare journey and beyond.

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      YoMingo gives you access to:

      • Evidence-based education on prenatal care, labor and birth, postpartum, breastfeeding and newborn care including many videos.
      • Information specific to your arrival and stay at Genesis HealthCare System
      • Community health resources
      • List of available classes and support groups
      • Personal journal
      • And other tools

      This is available on any device with an internet connection and comes in multiple languages.

      Get the app now

      Step 1: Register

      Register for the program by clicking here and following the instructions. Once you have registered, you will receive an email invitation from noreply@yomingo.com where you can create a unique password and log in. If you do not receive the email in your inbox, be sure to check your junk/spam folder. Then, you can also download the mobile app version by searching your app store for “YoMingo”.

      Step 2: Download the app

      Once you have registered, you can also download the mobile app version by searching your app store for "myYoMingo," which is available in iTunes, Google Play and Windows app stores.



       

      Already registered? Log in here.

      Disclaimer: The information in YoMingo® is NOT intended to take the place of a healthcare provider or any information that your healthcare provider has discussed with you about your own personal health. It is imperative and advised that you find care and work with your healthcare provider to keep yourself healthy and safe. Always call your healthcare provider with any questions you may have. By creating an account in YoMingo, you have verified that you have read and agree to this disclaimer.

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      Childbirth Education

      Childbirth Education

      Things have changed a lot over the years – new medications, technology, more advanced equipment, computerized fetal monitoring, epidural, etc.

      We want you to be aware of what to expect during delivery, so you can relax and enjoy the experience while you're here ...

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      Our Classes Offer Certified Childbirth Educators

      Our childbirth classes are designed to prepare you for your special event and make your childbirth experience a joyous memory. Classes are taught by certified childbirth educators and provide instruction to help you before and after childbirth.

      Class Registration

      Early registration is recommended to better ensure an opening in a class time that meets your schedule.

      Register online here.

        Childbirth Preparation

        Childbirth Preparation

        This class focuses on the physical and emotional changes occurring during pregnancy.

        Attendance is recommended during the last three months of your pregnancy. This class presents information to prepare for and and enhance your labor experience. Topics include, pain management and epidural; induction of labor; C-section; abnormal signs and symptoms; relaxation; and helpful tips for support persons.

        The following is information on classes:

        • Weekday evenings, one-time three-hour class
        • Registration is required
        • $84.36 fee
        Prenatal Breastfeeding

        This class provides information to prepare you and your partner to successfully breastfeed your new baby as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control. The class covers feeding cues, latching and positioning, as well as preparing you to return to work.

        Any first-time mom or previous breastfeeding mom will benefit from this class. Fathers or support persons are encouraged to attend. We recommend you attend between your fifth and eight month of pregnancy.

        Breastfeeding Support for Success

        This class offers professional and mother-to-mother support. Bring your infant for a weight check and have the opportunity to ask our lactation consultant questions about your infant. The instructor will review age-appropriate norms for the breastfeeding infant. This class is offered every Monday 11 a.m. to noon at Genesis Hospital Room 1N240, and all mothers are welcome.

        Breastfeeding for the Working Mom

        Mothers who will be returning to work or school are encouraged to contact the Lactation Department at (740) 450-6455 and schedule a free one-on-one consultation about two to three weeks before returning to work. This meeting helps prepare the breastfeeding mother for a smooth transition back to work or school. Selection, proper use and maintenance of a breast pump, proper storage of breast milk and advice for adding pumping to your day are a few of the topics covered.

        Baby Basics

        Basic baby care is covered with hands-on demonstrations.

        Baby Basics Topics

        • Feeding options
        • Bathing and diapering
        • Car seats
        • Safety
        • Soothing and calming baby
        • Choosing the best equipment

        We recommend you attend a one-session, 2 hour class at seven to eight months during your pregnancy.

        Sibling Class

        This class helps prepare children ages three to seven for the arrival of a new brother or sister.

        Sibling Class Topics

        • How the baby is born
        • Baby’s appearance
        • Feelings about the new baby’s arrival
        • How to help take care of the baby

        We recommend your children attend this class two to four weeks before your due date. Parents are asked to attend and stay with your children. This is a one-hour class.

        Pediatric CPR

        Being prepared for emergencies may mean the difference between a positive and negative outcome.

        For class information, contact Zane State College at (740) 588-1288

        Postpartum Education

        Mothers are provided with education on the obstetrical unit following baby’s birth. This education covers care for mother and baby after delivery.

        Tour

        Tour our obstetric unit and see all we have to offer to make your childbirth a special event or call us for more information at 454-4321; 800-322-4762 ext. 4321

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        Maternity Services

        Maternity Services

        Your baby’s birth starts a lifetime of memories to cherish and share. Whether this is your first child or you’re welcoming a new sibling, count on Genesis’ experienced, caring team to guide and support you throughout your pregnancy, labor and delivery.

        See why more than 1,400 of your southeastern Ohio friends and neighbors choose to welcome their babies at Genesis each year.

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        Childbirth Specialists

        Receive care, support and education from our team of caring experts, including:

        • Board-certified OB-GYN physicians
        • Board-certified pediatricians with advanced training in caring for premature babies
        • Nurses with education and experience caring for moms and babies
        • Certified lactation consultants
        • Anesthesiologists

        Pregnancy & Parenting Education & Support

        Prepare for your new arrival with classes for every member of your family. We offer an array of classes covering childbirth, basic baby care, becoming a big brother or sister, and more.

        After your baby’s born, our experienced nurses will help you learn how to care for your newborn and yourself.

        Learn about breastfeeding your baby through classes and support from our board-certified lactation consultants.

        Genesis also offers YoMingo® an education app designed to give you convenient access to valuable information.

        Online childbirth education courses are also available. The online classes include Labor and Birth, Essentials of Breastfeeding and Baby Care Basics for one registration cost of $30. You can take the classes at your convenience. The online course bundle is available to you for one year, and you can access them from multiple devices.

        Features for Mom, Baby & Family

        Enjoy our spacious, home-like obstetric units, which include a play area for children. View our visitor guidelines.

        If your baby needs special attention after birth, rest assured that he or she will get the highest level of care in southeastern Ohio at our Level II Special Care Nursery. If your baby needs to remain in the hospital longer than you do, stay nearby with our Mom’s Bed & Breakfast program.

        Click here for information about our Maternity Unit Tours. 

        Reducing Early Elective Deliveries

        Rely on Genesis to support healthy growth and development by encouraging you to wait until the 39th completed week of pregnancy to deliver your baby, unless there’s a medical reason to deliver early.

        When you avoid an early elective delivery, you and your baby are less likely to experience complications or an extended hospital stay.

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        Genesis Heart Patients Share Their Stories

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        Genesis Heart Patients Share Their Stories

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        Featured heart patient stories

        Every day at Genesis, lives are saved through the quick and skilled reaction of the Genesis heart team. With accreditations for chest pain, Genesis is well equipped and prepared to stop a heart attack in its tracks and help people recover when a heart problem arises. Genesis is also the first hospital in the nation to earn accreditation for atrial fibrillation, another common heart problem.

        Highlighted in our quarterly publication LiveWell, here are examples of the phenomenal heart care delivered by the Genesis Heart & Vascular Institute. We’re bringing the best and the brightest physicians to Genesis to provide you the highest quality care.

         

        Amber Allen

        An accident survivor's advice: trust yourself

        “I’ve heard of people dying from a clot in their lungs the size of a pebble,” Amber said. “I escaped death twice in a few weeks thanks to Genesis.”

        Read Amber's full story here


         

        Heart patient advises not to wait if something seems unusual

        “Dr. Gabi called my condition a STEMI. At the time, I didn’t know what that meant. But now I know it’s the second most deadly heart attack,” said Karl. “As soon as the stents were placed, I felt normal again. There was no more chest pain."
         

        Read Karl's full story here
        See more Heart & Vascular patient stories
        Top 50 heart hospital

        Genesis is one of America’s Top 50 Heart Hospitals

        For the 2nd year in a row

        Learn more

        Supporting Health Care in Our Communities

        The Genesis HealthCare Foundation is here to promote charitable support for Genesis HealthCare System.

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        Audiology

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        Audiology

        Genesis Audiology has a wide range of services with licensed, certified staff to offer you the best possible care and to meet the needs of those having trouble hearing.

        People of all ages, from infants to seniors, can get hearing tests at Genesis. If you’re diagnosed with hearing loss, a care team will guide you through hearing rehabilitation and fit you for hearing aids.

          Conditions we treat

          Noticeable signs of hearing loss can include difficulty hearing sounds such as birds singing, crickets chirping, doorbells ringing or difficulty hearing someone talk in group conversations. Another sign is pain or ringing in the ears after being exposed to excessively loud sounds. Loud sounds like a firearm or firecracker at 140 to 165 decibels can cause immediate hearing damage. 

          We can also treat and diagnose:

          • Balance problems
          • Hearing loss
          • Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
          Treatments and procedures

          Our audiology department has specialists to help you find the right type of hearing aid for all types of hearing environments. We have more than 35 years of experience helping people improve their hearing. 

          Our services include:

          • Adolescent evaluations
          • Adult evaluations
          • Annual hearing evaluations
          • Aural rehabilitation
          • Balance testing
          • Cochlear ear implants
          • Employee education
          • Fittings for specialty earplugs
          • Geriatric evaluations
          • Hearing aid fittings
          • Inpatient testing
          • Middle ear function tests (tympanometry)
          • Neonatal hearing tests (otoacoustic emissions testing)
          • Outpatient testing
          • Pediatric evaluations
          • Pre-employment testing
          Audiology care and hearing tests for all ages

          Genesis audiologists use a variety of tests and procedures to diagnose hearing loss. You and your family can benefit from hearing tests and evaluations for all ages, such as:

          • Adolescent through adult hearing evaluations
          • Adult hearing aid evaluations and fittings
          • Hearing aids fitted and checked during hospital inpatient stay
          • Infant hearing testing
          • Newborn diagnostic hearing testing for infants up to six months old
          • Pediatric hearing evaluations
          Cochlear implants

          The latest advancements in care, including cochlear implants, are also available at Genesis. Otolaryngologist Max Pusz, M.D., provides cochlear implants. If you’d like more information about obtaining a cochlear implant, call the Genesis ENT Group at 740-454-0158.

          Make an appointment with audiology

          Genesis Audiology is located at Genesis Hospital, 2951 Maple. Ave., Garden Level, Room G164 in Zanesville. Audiology Services are also available at the Genesis ENT Group, 2945 Maple Ave., Zanesville. Call 740-454-0158 for more information.

          A primary care provider or specialist provides a referral to Genesis Audiology. After the referral is in place, Genesis Central Scheduling will call you to set up an appointment that best meets your needs. For more information, call 740-454-4713 or 800-322-4762, ext. 4713.

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