Hospital Notary
Expert bedside notary services at Torrance Memorial, Little Company of Mary, Kaiser South Bay, and Providence hospitals. Available 24/7 for urgent medical documents.
24/7 Hospital & Medical Notary Services in the South Bay
When medical emergencies strike, important documents can't wait. Our specialized hospital notary service brings compassionate, professional notarization directly to patients at all major South Bay medical facilities. We understand the urgency and emotional weight of these moments, and we're here to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We work seamlessly with hospital staff—social workers, nurses, and administrators—to ensure a smooth, stress-free signing process at the bedside.
South Bay Hospitals We Serve
We regularly provide bedside notary services at these major medical centers:
- Torrance Memorial Medical Center – 3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance (Learn more)
- Providence Little Company of Mary – 4101 Torrance Blvd, Torrance (Learn more)
- Kaiser Permanente South Bay – Harbor City location
- Providence South Bay Medical Center – Gardena
- MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center – For South Bay residents transferred there
- UCLA Harbor Medical Center – Torrance/Harbor City area
Urgent Documents We Handle
Hospital notarizations often involve time-sensitive, critical documents:
- Advance Healthcare Directives: Establishing medical wishes and healthcare agents
- Durable Power of Attorney: Authorizing someone to manage financial affairs
- HIPAA Release Forms: Allowing medical information sharing with family
- Trust Amendments: Last-minute estate planning updates
- Real Estate Documents: Urgent property transfers or deed signings
- Child Custody/Guardianship: Temporary arrangements during hospitalization
Our Hospital Protocol
- Contact Us: Call or text anytime—we're available 24/7
- Verify Timing: We coordinate with nursing staff on the best time to visit
- Arrival: We check in with the nurses' station and sanitize before entering
- Assessment: We ensure the patient is alert and understands the documents
- Signing: We guide the process patiently, allowing time as needed
- Completion: Documents are notarized on the spot, ready for use immediately
Working with Patients on Medication
Patients on pain medication or other drugs can still sign documents—as long as they are alert, aware, and understand what they are signing. Our notaries conduct a brief conversation to assess awareness. If there are concerns, we may recommend postponing until the patient is more lucid, or consulting with medical staff.
For more information about our hospital-specific services, see Torrance Memorial Notary or Little Company of Mary Notary. Need help in an elder care facility? Visit our Elder Care Notary page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the patient sign if they are on medication?
Yes, as long as they are alert, aware, and understand the document. We have a brief conversation to verify awareness before proceeding. Heavy sedation may require postponing.
What if the patient can't hold a pen?
If the patient is alert but physically unable to sign, California law allows for 'Signature by Mark' (making an X) with two witnesses present.
Do I need to be at the hospital when you arrive?
Family members are welcome but not required. We can work directly with the patient and hospital staff. However, you may need to arrange access and inform staff of our visit.
How quickly can you get to the hospital?
For Torrance Memorial and Little Company of Mary, we can often arrive within 30-45 minutes during regular hours. After-hours response times may vary but we prioritize urgent requests.
Do you charge extra for hospital visits?
Our standard mobile travel fee applies. For late-night, early-morning, or holiday visits, an after-hours convenience fee may apply.