Aspirus Ironwood Hospital recently completed phase 2 of its multi-phased renovation project.
Phase 2 comprised of a full renovation of the intensive care unit, which included:
- Three ICU patient rooms.
- Two Med Surg Rooms with ADA-compliant bathrooms and showers.
- A nurses’ station with sit-to-stand workstations.
- Patient lifts that can accommodate individuals up to 600 pounds.
- A new mechanical system that provides isolation capability for all five intensive care suites; this new system provides an environment that protects the building structure, creates safe and healthy surroundings, and offers optimal heating, cooling and ventilation.
“We are thrilled to open up our newly renovated ICU,” said Paula Chermside, Chief Administrative Officer for Aspirus Ironwood Hospital. “This renovation was focused on patient comfort and safety, efficiency, and enhancing our quality of care.”
In July, Aspirus Ironwood Hospital completed phase 1 of its renovation project. Phase 1 included a refresh of the medical-surgical patient rooms and of the waiting rooms, and the introduction of a new delivery room for expecting moms complete with an ADA-compliant bathroom and walk-in shower. Phase 1 also included the addition of a fluoroscopy machine in Imaging, which was installed and completed in Fall 2022.
Work continues on service areas including the addition of swing bed and physical therapy. The Swing Bed Program is a short-term, skilled-care program designed to help patients rehab before returning home. This renovation enhances privacy, workflow, and patient care.
As part of Aspirus Health’s long-range facility plan, the Aspirus Ironwood campus previously received upgrades to its emergency department, lab, pharmacy, clinic/walk-in, physical rehabilitation, and medical oncology. The Obstetrical unit was also upgraded with support from the Aspirus Ironwood Auxiliary.
Future phases of renovations and upgrades are in the planning stages as are other building infrastructure needs to be addressed in the coming year.