One piece of furniture that you will find in almost every hospital room is the medical recliner. Almost constantly in use – and therefore almost constantly being cleaned – this seating offers patients and visitors a place to rest and relax during recovery. And with so much time spent in one small space, it can be easy for patients to get food crumbs and other debris into their seating. This can increase the spread of germs and bacteria, even when seating is regularly sanitized, as it can be difficult to clean out the cracks and crevices in the back of a recliner. Fortunately, the iSeries Designs’ line of medical recliners offer a simple solution to this problem. Created with the needs of both the medical facility and its patients in mind, all recliners have a seamless back that allow for easy clean out. No longer will your hospital cleaning staff have to worry about removing seat cushions to vacuum the mess underneath them and inside the back of every recliner. Now, all that will be required is the cleaning of medical recliner exteriors, which are designed specifically to withstand regular cleaning and sanitation. Depending on your facility’s budget and needs, there are a variety of different iSeries models available through Novum Medical Products. To learn more, contact us online or give us a call at 800-274-2742 today.
US Hospitals Adopting Finnish Baby Box
Providence Alaska Medical Center here in the US, have started giving new moms “baby boxes” to take home with them. An idea which originated in Finland back in the 1930s, these boxes have helped the country lower their infant mortality rate to one of the lowest in the world.
Filled with educational materials, onesies, bath supplies and more, they have everything that parents need to start their journey.
A leading cause of death in infants, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) can occur when a baby turns onto his or her stomach during sleep. There are about 3,500 cases of this condition each year in the US alone, which means the baby box has the potential to save an incredible number of new lives. Because of the box’s small size, sturdy construction and firm foam mattress, it’s perfect for preventing the conditions that contribute to SIDS. According to Jennifer Clary, CEO of The Baby Box Co., “The rule of thumb is that when a child is strong enough to pull himself/herself up independently, the Baby Box should be retired.” We at Novum Medical Products, Inc. applaud hospitals that are providing these boxes to new parents free of charge, and are excited to see how they will positively impact the lives of new parents and infants across the country.
Until it’s time for mom and baby to go home, it’s important to have a safe place for the newborn to sleep in the hospital, which is where pediatric bassinets come into play.
Novum Medical bassinets do just this, creating a safe and durable environment for the child while also offering smooth, dependable travel from the nursery back to mom’s room. Learn more about our pediatric hospital bassinets here and call us at 800-274-2742 to learn more about options for your hospital facility.
Hospitals Across the US are Removing Newborn Nurseries
Why? An initiative started by UNICED and the World Health Organization back in 1991 is the reason many US hospitals are taking this route. Called the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative, this resource offers guidelines that hospitals must follow to be considered “baby friendly”. These guidelines cover everything from breastfeeding to pacifiers, and state that mom and baby should practice “rooming in”. This puts the two together 24 hours a day; an opportunity for them to bond. For a hospital to be called “baby friendly” it must meet all guidelines. According to Lori Pugsley, Massachusetts General Hospital newborn family units nursing director, “The research is abundant, and it shows the benefits of keeping mom and baby together in a room really creates an environment that’s the healthiest for the baby and the healthiest for the mothers.” Others have argued that moms need some rest after the exhausting labor experience, and freelance writer Ashley Austrew shared her personal experience of giving birth in a “baby friendly” hospital on ScaryMommy.com.
With about 530 hospitals across the US planned to have “baby friendly” designations by the end of 2017, storage and safety will become even more important in bassinet design.
For pediatric hospitals looking to update their bassinets, Novum Medical offers high quality bassinet options that will meet all your needs. Stainless steel, wood face stainless steel, carbon steel and wood maternity bassinets are all available. Each style offers high quality casters for quiet movement, as well as quiet closing hinges and plenty of storage space in cabinets beneath the basinet. Deep wells keep baskets firmly in place, even when big siblings come to visit, and edges are hemmed for the newborn’s safety. To learn more about our hospital bassinets and the features that make them such a safe, reliable and high quality choice, please contact us by phone at 800-274-2742.
Updating Your Hospital’s Medical Recliners
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Bassinet Options for Your Maternity Ward
Stainless steel bassinets provide a comfortable sleeping environment for the newborn baby while providing nurses with the dependability they need to transport infants from their mother’s rooms to the nursery with ease. Durable and easy to clean, stainless steel bassinet options come in a variety of configurations including those with drawers and open or closed cabinets, depending on your particular storage needs.
Wood Face Stainless Steel
If you are looking to add a touch of warmth and style to your hospital rooms, wood face stainless steel bassinets are the perfect way to do so. Comfortable for newborns, dependable for nurses and attractively designed for all, these bassinets are available with three different styles of cabinets and 7 color options to match any facility décor.
Carbon Steel
Durable and easy to maintain like our other models, the carbon steel bassinet has several configurations to choose from as well, but provides a solution for the nursey that is perfect for those with a tight budget.
Maternity
Both stylish and practical, our maternity bassinet is available in a variety of wood finishes, able to be matched to your current furniture and décor with ease. With large drawers and a pull-out deck, there is plenty of storage for supplies, as well as space for nurses to fill out charts and paperwork while in the mother’s room. With high quality casters and quiet closing hinges, each of these units will maneuver quietly down the corridors, ensuring the newborns in your care stay asleep – even when you are getting out a blanket or diaper from the cabinet beneath them. All edges are hemmed for safety and deep wells keep bassinet baskets firmly in place even if the new big brother or sister pulls on it to take a peek at their new sibling. For more information about our bassinet options, visit us online or contact us by phone at 800-274-2742. With our Nationwide Network of Associates, Novum Medical can provide your team with training and assistance regardless of where your facility is located.
Offer Clients More Comfort in Your Waiting Room
Comfort
Believe it or not, it’s possible for waiting room seating to be both stylish and comfortable. Your seating should look relaxing and inviting and anything but uncomfortable. The selection of waiting room seating available at Novum Medical Products is sure to offer you a great look to fit with your space.
Safety
Reliable seating is a must. How can waiting room seating be reliable? Well, for one thing, it needs to provide enough back support. It also needs to be stable and durable enough to comfortably seat people of all different body types.
Style
Not all waiting room furniture has to be plain, dull and unexciting. Stylish seating can enhance your interior space and make patients feel more welcome. It’s a noticeable touch that can make a lasting first impression. Don’t leave your patients to sit on dirty, creaky or uncomfortable chairs while they wait for their name to be called. Update your waiting room with Novum Medical Products. Our durable and easy to clean furniture will maintain your waiting room’s attractive appearance for years to come, keeping visitors germ free with antimicrobial material that can be wiped down daily. Browse our selection of waiting room seating online or call us today at 800-274-2742.
What to Consider When Shopping for New Health Care Furnishings
Functionality
When choosing furnishings, it is important to consider how each piece works. To save space and make patients more comfortable, the furniture chosen for hospital rooms should be multi-purpose. For example, seating that is easy to adjust can allow patients to use them on their own, instilling a sense of confidence and independence during recovery. Another key aspect of functionality is technology. As you organize furniture in the rooms of your health care facility, pay attention to where outlets are located. Most individuals will be bringing along a cell phone and charger with them, and it is important to accommodate for this, allowing patients to reach their charging phones from their beds and family members to be able to plug in laptops, tablets and phones in waiting rooms.
Comfort
One of the most important things to keep in mind when it comes to health care furnishings: Comfort. A well sized waiting room with plenty of seats for guests will create a more positive atmosphere for individuals going through a tough time. Also, providing extra chairs in hospital rooms will make family members feel more relaxed when visiting with their loved ones, especially if they are there for extended periods of time.
Safety
On top of being able to stand up to years of tough wear while providing patients and visitors with a comfortable experience, it is extremely important for all furnishings to be safe. Designed with solid, secure construction in mind, the seating and tables in your facility should be reliable and easy for patients to use, helping to prevent injuries when patients are alone. Novum Medical Products, Inc. offers a wide array of health care equipment and furniture that provide seamless solutions for facilities that have durability, functionality, comfort and safety in mind. Visit us online to learn more about our USA made products or call us at 800-274-2742.