Intensive Care
When it’s you or a loved one who has had a serious injury, a
life-threatening illness or open-heart surgery, you can have peace of
mind that you’re in the best hands.
Three intensive care units meet the needs of North Kansas City Hospital
patients. The physicians and staff in the intensive care units work with
patients facing serious injuries or life-threatening conditions to
achieve their maximum potential. Family members also are vital to the
recovery process.
Second Floor Intensive Care Unit
The second floor Intensive Care Unit (ICU) treats complex multisystem
trauma cases as it receives patients from the Hospital's Level II trauma
center. In addition to trauma cases, the unit specializes in conditions
requiring mechanical ventilation (ventilator that breathes for the
patient) and care of critically-ill patients following surgery.
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
Located on the 9th floor, the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)
specializes in caring for patients with cardiac illnesses. Staff monitor
and treat patients with heart failure, heart attacks and conditions
requiring procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) on the fourth floor
coordinates care of patients recovering from open-heart surgery and
thoracic surgeries.
Visiting Hours
Visiting hours are limited in the intensive care areas. No flowers or phone calls are allowed.
