Nebraska Methodist Health System’s Jennie Edmundson Hospital unveiled its cardiovascular suite, marking a significant advancement in heart care for Council Bluffs and the broader southwest Iowa region. The space, designed by RDG Planning & Design and built by MCL Construction, allows the hospital to expand its reach and enhance its cardiovascular services.
Located between the hospital’s emergency room and radiology department, the suite benefits from its adjacency to those departments, operating rooms and locker rooms which can be accessed if needed. It features all-new equipment and is designed to streamline operations, enhancing the hospital’s ability to perform advanced procedures and manage patient care more effectively.
The 5,700-square-foot suite replaces the hospital’s existing outdated and undersized cath labs and includes two Class 2 imaging rooms, a minor procedure room, four prep/recovery rooms and support spaces. The design prioritizes patient and family experience, with a dedicated family waiting room and user-friendly flow of movement, as well as clear separation between family-access spaces and procedure spaces. A shared storage room between the two imaging rooms reduces the need to duplicate equipment.
