In recognition of Riverview Health’s commitment to best practices in infant safe sleep, the hospital announces it has achieved certification as a Gold Cribs for Kids National Safe Sleep Hospital.
By earning this certification, Riverview Health demonstrates adherence to rigorous guidelines established by the Cribs for Kids National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program.
Cribs for Kids is a national safe sleep initiative dedicated to reducing infant mortality.
“Sleep-related deaths are the number one reason we lose 3,400 infants annually,” said Michael H. Goodstein, M.D., neonatologist, and medical director at Cribs for Kids. “We know that parents do at home what they see done in the hospital so modeling safe sleep and providing education to families will have an impact on infant mortality. Cribs for Kids program recognizes hospitals making this commitment.”
“Achieving this certification demonstrates our team’s commitment to clinical excellence and infant safety,” Associate Chief Nursing Officer Michelle Allen said. “We take great pride in upholding national standards that safeguard the health and well-being of newborns.”
Click here for more information about Cribs for Kids National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program.
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