Department Obstetrical Services

The Obstetrical Department concentrates on delivering safe, quality, cost-effective, specialized care for the pregnant woman and her newborn.  The department serves a patient population of females in the age group of 15 to 45 with an occasional population in the 12-14 year old age group, as well as the newborn male/female population.  Adult females (18 years of age to 64 years) and elderly females (65 years of age and older) requiring surgical intervention for gynecologic issues may also be cared for on the Obstetrical unit.  In order to optimize the safety and security of a high risk area the OB department has restricted access and a Halo Infant Security system in place for the protection of the newborn.
	LDR (labor, delivery, recovery) Room

The Obstetrical care provided focuses on helping individuals and families to achieve their optimal health potential through the use of the nursing process.  Emphasis is placed on providing cost-effective quality care and education to promote family unity while maintaining physical safety.  Parents are taught newborn care and parenting skills during their stay so that they may gain confidence in their abilities to care for their newborns at home.

The goal of the Obstetrical Department is to meet each person and family at their own level of intellectual and social being, and then provide individualized care in an environment that will best meet their needs.

Prepared childbirth classes are offered to the mother and father or significant other, both in English and Spanish, to prepare them to make educated, informed decisions regarding their care and the care of their newborn.

The OB Department Director oversees the Women’s Infant’s Children’s program which safeguards the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care.

The qualified Obstetrical RN, LPN, and Nurse Tech II are responsible and accountable for their ongoing improvement of nursing skills and competencies necessary to provide a safe and therapeutic environment for the individual, the family and community. Nurse Tech I, Nursing Assistants and Unit Secretaries may be utilized to enable the nurse to focus on patient care.

Obstetrical care is provided 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a -week.

Dr. Michele Whitt is the staff OB/GYN for more information about her services click here

CLASS INFORMATION

White County Memorial Hospital offers a variety of classes to meet your needs. Please read through the following classes and find the one taht is "just right" for you and your family.

Parent/sibling classes may be arranged by calling 574.583.1759

Infant and Child CPR

The American Heart Association Family and Friends course is taught by a certified CPR instructor. This class is intended for aprents and grandparents. The class also includes valuable safety tips and prevention information, like baby proofing your home.

Call 574.583.1759 to schedule classes.

Breastfeeding Basics

Our Lactation Consultant will share the techniques that will get you off to a good start, in this one session class. (Yes, Dads/Partners are encouraged to attend!)

Call 574.583. 1759 to schedule classes.

Care Seat Inspections

Parents and Grandparents can schedule an appointment for a free car seat check by a certified child passenger technician. This will insure their infant, toddler or booster seats are correctly installed.

Tuesday & Wednesday 8 am - 3 pm;
Thursday & Friday 8 am - 10 am
Call 574.583.1759 to schedule appointments.

Childbirth Preperation and Newborn Care

This four session class is recommended for all first time moms and dads/partners. The Registered Nurse Instructor will cover the alst trimester of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, pain management options, Lamaze techniques, postpartum care, and care of the newborn. other topics included are Cesarean Section, breast feeding, and what to expect the first month. The forth class will teach you about safety and CPR for infants and children. This includes a tour of the maternity unit.

Prenatal classes for 2009 - please call 574.583.1759 to sign up