About Us
When a newborn faces serious health challenges, it can be overwhelming for parents. At Children’s Nebraska, our Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides advanced, high-level care for infants with critical health concerns, such as heart defects, breathing disorders and other complex medical issues. Our team of pediatric experts, including neonatologists, advanced practice nurses and other healthcare professionals, specializes in caring for newborns requiring intensive medical support.
We understand the importance of supporting not just the newborn, but also their parents, families and loved ones. That’s why we offer open visiting hours, allowing one parent to stay with their baby around the clock. Our secure, web-based technology also enables families to monitor their baby’s progress remotely, ensuring they stay connected even when not at the bedside.
As infants transition out of the NICU, our care team provides guidance to ensure a smooth process. Our developmental care experts support families in helping the smallest, most fragile babies stay on track to meet neurologic and physical milestones, while our lactation consultants assist breastfeeding mothers throughout their journey.
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
Neonatology (NICU)
Providers' Priority Line
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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
Premature babies and other newborns can have one or more serious, sometimes life-threatening, conditions. We offer comprehensive care for infants with these or other conditions requiring intensive care:
Meet Our Providers
Get to know our neonatology providers who bring hope, high-level skills and heartfelt care to infants and families during difficult times.
Treatments and Services
NICU care teams use special warmers, incubators (enclosed, protective beds), therapies and monitors. Providers will track the baby’s vital signs, such as breathing, heart rate and body temperature, providing continual communication. This allows our pediatric providers to recommend specialized tests and treatments based on the child’s condition including these and other options.
Locations
Related Specialties
Fetal Care Center | For Providers
NICU Follow-Up Clinic | For Providers
Patient Spotlight
David’s Story: A Journey through Two States and a 9-Month NICU Stay
Sophia’s Story: Small but Mighty Micro-Preemie Overcomes Obstacles
What Sets Us Apart
Level IV NICU
With Nebraska’s only Level IV NICU, Children’s offers the most advanced level of neonatal care available.
Trusted Care
Providers throughout the region refer newborns to our NICU for lifesaving care for complex health issues.
Pediatric Specialties
Our team includes neonatologists and experts in all areas of pediatric medicine, including pediatric heart surgeons and brain injury experts.
Awards and Honors
Beacon Gold Certification
The NICU at Children’s earned a Beacon Gold certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This certification recognizes excellence in care for intensive care units. It’s the highest certification given by this nationally recognized organization.
Level IV NICU
Children’s has Nebraska’s only Level IV NICU. Our NICU facilities, services and teams meet strict industry standards for Level IV certification — the highest level of neonatal care available.
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