St. Catherine Hospital Opens Remodeled Unit
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St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago is preparing to open its redesigned $2.7 million inpatient Intermediate Care Unit on Tuesday. The hospital says the 36-bed unit, now located on the sixth floor, features patient comfort amenities and critical care efficiencies.
The hospital recently held a ribbon cutting and blessing ceremony with East Chicago dignitaries and local clergy.
“Our hospital has experienced steady growth in the need for IMCU services over the past few years, and we expect that to continue,” said Leo Correa, chief executive officer of St. Catherine Hospital. “We are well-positioned to accommodate the needs of patients who require complex care now and in the future.”
The units feature new cabinetry and recliners, individual climate control options, LED light fixtures, soundproof ceiling tiles, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers and raised toilets. St. Catherine says the IMCU is used for patients whose conditions require more specialized care and longer hospital stays.
“All design decisions – from the material used on the walls and ceilings to the air handling system – reinforce our commitment to deliver care in a quiet, safe and healing environment,” said Chief Nursing Officer Nina Stur. “This expansion prepares us for the growing number of complex cases as the population ages.”
The hospital says it also renovated its emergency department. The ED rooms now include updated fixtures and counters, LED lighting, and an expanded nurses’ station featuring glass panels and sound-proofing.