The ICU has been closed since June due to a shortage of critical care nurses. This is unrelated to the financial situation of the hospital. ICU services are continuing to be provided on an as-needed basis through a contractual agreement with the Capital Health Authority. An earlier plan to re-open the unit in November was put on hold until sufficient nurses can be hired. Intensive recruitment efforts for ICU experienced nurses are underway and four job offers have already been made. A date to re-open the unit will be made when adequate staffing levels are in place.
Clerk Of The House (Mr. David Hamilton) on Intensive Care Unit (icu) Closure
In the Legislative Assembly on October 16th, 2002. See this statement in context.
Intensive Care Unit (icu) Closure
Item 8: Returns To Written Questions
October 15th, 2002
Page 966
Clerk Of The House Mr. David Hamilton
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