In line with restrictive patient‐visitation policies in place during this pandemic, nurses help family members communicate with patients via the telephone, mobile phone and tablet computers. To reduce anxiety about possibly infecting their family members, nurses may stay in outside accommodations that are arranged and paid for by the institution. To help address their anxiety, panic or concerns, nurses may access free hospital‐based counselling and care. Nurses, who are deemed at higher risk of contracting COVID‐19, are pregnant or vulnerable and are eligible for reassignment to non‐COVID‐19‐related responsibilities. Furthermore, a clinical practicum SOP for nursing students was established to ensure safety for both students and patients.