Torrance Memorial
Expert bedside notary services at Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd. Serving ICU, ER, Labor & Delivery. Available 24/7 for urgent documents.
Bedside Notary Service at Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Torrance Memorial Medical Center is the South Bay's premier hospital, and we're proud to be the trusted mobile notary service for patients and families here. Located just minutes away, we can often respond to urgent requests within 30 minutes. When you need a notary at Torrance Memorial, we're your fastest, most reliable option.
Hospital Location & Access
Address: 3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
Parking: Visitor parking structure on Lomita Blvd; valet at main tower entrance
Entry: Main tower lobby; check in with information desk
After Hours: Emergency Department entrance on the south side
Departments We Serve
We provide notary services throughout Torrance Memorial, including:
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Urgent estate planning and power of attorney documents
- Emergency Room: Time-sensitive documents for stable patients
- Labor & Delivery: Paternity acknowledgments, birth-related documents, parental authorizations
- Medical/Surgical Units: All patient rooms in the main tower
- Hunt Cancer Center: Estate planning and healthcare directives
- Cardiac Care: Pre-operative and recovery documentation
- Rehabilitation: Post-injury legal document needs
Common Urgent Documents
The most frequently needed documents at Torrance Memorial:
- Advance Healthcare Directive: Establishing medical wishes and appointing a healthcare agent
- Durable Power of Attorney: Authorizing financial decision-making during incapacity
- HIPAA Authorization: Allowing designated family to receive medical updates
- Voluntary Declaration of Paternity: For newborns in Labor & Delivery
- Trust Amendments: Last-minute changes to estate plans
- Real Estate Transfers: Urgent deed signings and property documents
Our Process at Torrance Memorial
- Contact Us: Call or text with patient name, room number, and document type
- Coordinate: We verify visiting protocols and coordinate with nursing staff
- Arrive: We check in at the information desk and go to the patient's room
- Verify: We ensure the patient is alert and understands the documents
- Notarize: We guide the signing process with patience and professionalism
- Deliver: Completed documents are ready immediately for your use
Why Families Choose Us
We've built relationships with Torrance Memorial's social workers and nursing staff over years of service. They know us, trust us, and recommend us to families who need notary services. When minutes matter, that familiarity makes a difference.
Need notary services at another hospital? See Little Company of Mary Notary or our general Hospital Notary Services. For all Torrance services, visit Notary Near Me Torrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you get to Torrance Memorial?
We're based in Torrance and can often arrive within 30 minutes for urgent requests during business hours. After-hours response may take slightly longer.
Can you come to the ICU or ER?
Yes, we serve all departments including ICU and ER, working with nursing staff to coordinate timing that doesn't interfere with medical care.
Do I need to bring witnesses?
For Advance Healthcare Directives, the notary cannot serve as a witness. We can sometimes arrange for witnesses or work with hospital staff. Let us know in advance if witnesses are needed.
What if the patient can't write their signature?
California law allows for 'Signature by Mark' (an X) with two witnesses if the patient is mentally competent but physically unable to sign.
Are you available on weekends and holidays?
Yes, we offer 24/7 service including weekends and holidays. After-hours appointments may include a convenience fee.