Referring providers should call 404-785-6600 (Medical control from the NICU at Egleston's Children's Hospital) to arrange a transport to one of the centers in the Emory Perinatal Region. Initial information may be obtained by a nurse or neonatology fellow. A neonatologist is always available for consultations or assistance in arranging transport/transfer.
Information to have available: Patient name, DOB/time of birth, birth weight, gestational age, Apgars, maternal history, current weight and gestational age, invasive devices in place (PICC, PIV, PAL), respiratory/ventilator settings and most recent blood gas, current IV infusions/feeds, current medications.
Preparing a baby for transport: The team will take necessary time to stabilize and prepare for transport as much as possible, however some transports are time sensitive. Referring staff can help expedite transport by:
- Having discharge summary/chart copy prepared
- Have a current list of medications and time/amount of last dose
- Having family available for consent or good contact information
- Having most recent X-ray available for review
- Preparing syringes (either BD or Monoject are acceptable) of ongoing infusions