CLEARLAKE, Calif. – St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake has announced the completion of phase two of the transformation of its emergency department, with all the upgraded facilities and services now available.
With an emphasis on faster access to top-quality care, the new emergency department is ready to fully serve the community, the hospital reported Wednesday night.
Home to one of the busiest emergency department in the state, St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake began renovations in October 2011 to replace its cramped 1960s-era space with an efficient new layout, providing better access to critical technology and a more comforting environment for patients.
Improvements include the addition of 4,100 square feet, 12 private patient care rooms including two equipped for trauma care, new entrances and waiting areas, cutting-edge equipment and support systems upgrades.
In addition, with an eye to faster, better care for patients, the enhanced emergency department also provides increased patient care staff, and has upgraded laboratory and other services.
“This is truly a community accomplishment,” said David Santos, St. Helena Clear Lake Vice President of Operations. “This new emergency department has been one of the most needed and anticipated developments in health care for Lake County. Our goal is to provide quality care and an excellent patient experience. The new configuration will allow doctors and nurses to concentrate on superior patient care rather than improvising around cramped quarters.”
The opening of the new emergency department represents a strong partnership between St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake and the community.
“The improved level of care we’re now able to provide is truly a tribute to the many, many community members who gave donations of time and money to make this happen,” Santos said.