NICU (Nursery)

St. Francis Hospital Mutolere has a nursery unit that provides care for newborns, that is explicitly designated as a full-fledged Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Services Provided - Routine Newborn Care: Includes initial assessment, weighing, measurement, vitamin K administration, eye care, and immunizations such as BCG and polio vaccines. ​ - Care for Mild Conditions: Manages common issues like jaundice, low birth weight, and minor infections. ​ - Stabilization and Referral: For babies with more serious conditions requiring advanced care, the unit stabilizes them and coordinates transfer to higher-level facilities with NICUs. Facilities and Equipment - Equipped with incubators to maintain body temperature for premature or low-weight babies. ​ - Has monitoring equipment to track vital signs like heart rate, breathing, and oxygen levels. ​ - Provides specialized feeding support, including intravenous fluids and nasogastric tube feeding when needed. Staff - Staffed by trained nurses and midwives with experience in newborn care. ​ - Works closely with pediatricians and other medical staff to ensure comprehensive care