Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Margate, Florida
When your baby needs specialized care in a healing environment, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital is here to provide compassionate critical care.
The team in our Level III NICU is committed to delivering individualized care for infants born prematurely or critically ill in Margate, Coral Springs and the surrounding communities. Working together, we offer highly skilled neonatal care in a family-centered environment.
We're always here to help
If your baby needs additional care within our NICU, we are here any time to discuss your questions or concerns.
If your baby needs additional care within our NICU, we are here any time to discuss your questions or concerns.
Features of our NICU
As part of our commitment to providing you and your baby with comprehensive labor and delivery services, we offer a NICU and intermediate care nursery when your baby needs an extra level of support.
Your baby will be admitted to an incubator or warming bed where their care will be constantly monitored by neonatologists and a specialized pediatrician.
Our Level III NICU is a 16-bed unit located in close proximity to our postpartum unit. Features include:
- 24-hour board-certified neonatologist and neonatal nurse practitioner coverage
- 24-hour coverage by a respiratory therapist with Level III NICU experience
- A highly secure area for families
- Nitric oxide capabilities for persistent pulmonary hypertension
Our Level III NICU Care Team
Our 24/7 Level III team is led by board-certified neonatologists. Infants in our NICU receive care from other neonatal specialists, including neonatal nurses and neonatal respiratory therapists. If necessary, we also offer subspecialties in heart care, and ophthalmological care available on-site and other specialists through telehealth.
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