What to Expect When You Arrive
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How to access the unit
The Neonatal unit is on the 1st FLoor, opposite the Delivery Suite entrance in the Women's Centre
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Who to talk to about your babies care
- Nurse looking after on shift by shift basis
- Nurse in Charge
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Who to talk to if you have any concerns
- Modern Matron
- Nurse in Charge
- Consultant
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Talking to the medical team
Available on ward round daily and on request
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Ward Rounds
Ward rounds are daily from 9am daily
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Baby Rest Time
Between 1200hrs-1400hrs daily
Unit Facilities
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Parent Accommodation
Ronald Macdonald Rooms
Two bedrooms on unit
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Facilities for Parents
Sitting room with tea and coffee making facilities, microwave and fridge
Lockers available
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Breastfeeding facilities and support
- Expressing room
- Breastpump loan
- Feeding support volunteers
- Infant feeding specialist midwife
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Facilities for Siblings
Play area in parents sitting room
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Parent Support Groups
HOPE - Closed Facebook Page
Parent volunteers also visit the unit regularly and on request
Visiting Policy
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Parents and Siblings
Parents and siblings are welcome on the neonatal unit 24 hours a day
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Family and Friends
Family and friends are welcome on the neonatal unit between 1400 - 1600 hrs daily
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Restrictions
Total of 3 per family (includes parents visiting as well)
No children under 16 unless sibilings
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Hygiene and Infection Prevention
No visiting with colds, sore throats, cold sores, D & V and 48 hours post D & V
Meet The Team
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Consultants Responsible for LNU
Dr Simon Pirie
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Matron Responsible for LNU
Matron Karen Tomasino
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Senior Sisters
- Kate Horton
- Michelle Richardson
- Melanie Randles
- Karen Thomas
- Jasmine Squire
