Inpatient Care
Our staff is trained to meet the various needs of all age groups and continues to stay up to date on the latest methods in healthcare. Our goal is to exceed our patients’ expectations by carrying out our mission of providing quality and compassionate health services.
A culture of compassion
We encourage your family and friends to visit. We understand that a healthy social network is vital to your well-being. However, only two visitors at a time are allowed in your room. Visitors who have a contagious illness, such as a cold or fever, must refrain from visiting until symptoms have subsided. This is important to protect our patients. Sleeper chairs are provided to accommodate one family member to stay over with a child or seriously ill patient.
Visiting hours
General visiting hours are 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Observation
Your provider may want you to receive further testing before determining whether you need to be admitted as a patient. We provide our patients with an outpatient observation status during this time of testing. Typically, you will not need to stay beyond 24 hours for this observation status unless your provider feels that more testing is warranted.
Some patients improve and are released while others may be admitted as an inpatient. Observation patients are cared for in private rooms by our nursing team.
What if I need a higher level of care?
When appropriate, OSF Saint Clare will transfer you to a hospital that offers specialized care.
Learn more
For more information about OSF Saint Clare Inpatient Services, please call (815) 876-2290.
What to Expect After Your Hospital Stay
After leaving the hospital, you may have questions about your recovery or need additional support. You can stay connected to your care team for up to 30 days after discharge through an easy-to-use app. You will receive a link to download the app via email or text. The app can also be accessed through OSF MyChart.
The app allows you to:
- Ask questions and receive responses from their care team.
- Access educational materials related to their recovery.
- Schedule follow-up appointments.
This service is available 24/7 to help you heal at home, giving you peace of mind as you recover. Whether you need guidance on managing symptoms, understanding medications or scheduling follow-up care, support is just a message away.