Labor and Delivery Unit
The Labor and Delivery Unit provides care for routine and high-risk obstetrical patients. We believe that every birth is a significant lifetime event and are committed to nurturing the infant, patient and new family. We provide critical care in a compassionate manner in order to ensure a quality transition for the family.
Patient Population
- All pregnant patients
Number of Beds
- 17 Labor and Delivery rooms
- 3 Operating Rooms
- 5 Recovery Spaces
Nurse/Patient Ratio
- AM shift -1:1
- PM shift - 1:1
Rotation/Shifts
- 8a-8p and 8p-8a
Skill Mix
- Registered Nurse - 85%
- Patient Care Technician - 15%
Nursing Unit Orientation
- 8 weeks with on going class requirements for 1 year