About Us
At Children’s Nebraska, we offer expert cardiac care in our state-of-the-art Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), dedicated to treating a wide range of heart conditions. Our specialized team is equipped to manage even the most complex cases.
In the CCU, we prioritize a seamless experience for both patients and families. From admission to discharge, your patient will remain with the same care team. Each of our 32 CCU rooms is flexible, functioning as either an intensive care or step-down room depending on the patient’s needs. This approach minimizes transfers and allows us to focus on what matters most — helping your patient recover efficiently.
Refer a Patient
Fax Referral Form
Fax completed forms to 402.955.6445.
Allow 48 hours for referrals to process.
Refer Patients Online
Referrals can be sent through our online portal, EpicCare Link. First-time users must click "Request New Account" to enroll.
Contact Us
Cardiac Care Unit (CCU)
Phone:
Fax:
402.955.4356
Providers' Priority Line
Phone:
Additional Information:
The Providers' Priority Line is your 24-hour link to pediatric specialists at Children’s for emergency and urgent consults, physician-to-physician consults, admissions and transport services.
Conditions We Treat
No matter your child’s heart condition, you’ll find expert care here. Our Criss Heart Center team treats the full spectrum of pediatric heart conditions in our CCU, including:
Meet Our Providers
Our CCU team includes 24/7 pediatric intensivists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and more. We also have a support team of social workers, dietitians, pharmacists and nurse navigators dedicated to cardiac care patients. Together, they give children the best heart care possible.
Treatments and Services
Our team is ready to provide the advanced, lifesaving treatments each child deserves, including:
Locations
Related Specialties
Cardiothoracic Surgery | For Providers
Heart Center (Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Heart Center) | For Providers
Cardiology | For Providers
Patient Spotlight
Jagger’s Story: Heading Home After 548 Days in the Cardiac Care Unit
What Sets Us Apart
Full Spectrum of Care
Our cardiac care team treats a full spectrum of heart patients who need intensive care support, including before and after surgery.
Leading-Edge Treatments
We’re at the forefront of cardiac treatment techniques to give children the best care possible.
Multidisciplinary Care
Our CCU provides comprehensive care — complete with cardiologists, surgeons, dietitians, social workers and more.
Awards and Honors
Children's extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) team is recognized with the Platinum Level of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization's (ELSO) Award for Excellence.
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