UAB Medicine

Maternity Evaluation Unit

The Maternity Evaluation Unit is an assessment unit for all pregnant women for any medical or obstetrical complaint during their pregnancy.

Patient Population

  • Patients experiencing pregnancy with an obstetrical or medical complication


Number of Beds

  • 13


Nurse/Patient Ratio

  • 1:1 - 1:5 (depending upon acuity)


Rotation/Shifts

  • 12 hour shifts 8a-8p and 8p-8a


Skill Mix

  • Registered Nurse - 100%


Nursing Unit Orientation

  • requires 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience

 

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