Emergency Department Expansion

This project expands the Emergency Department from 19 beds to 46 beds, housing: a 10-bed Pediatric Emergency Department with separate facilities, specialized equipment, a pediatric-specific staff and a child-friendly waiting area featuring movies, books, and snacks; a 12-bed Fast Track Unit to eliminate long waits for patients with minor ailments and injuries; and a 24-bed Main Emergency Department with a Central Nursing Station. The project also includes a new, wholly dedicated Radiology Suite to eliminate delays in waiting for x-rays and CT scans; a new patient/visitor entrance, waiting area and registration station; improved visitor parking; and a new covered ambulance entrance and parking.

Owner:
Atlantic Health System
Overlook Hospital
Robert L. Peake;
Director of Facilities Management and Construction

Architect:
Buckl Architects
Keith A. Kammerer, Project Director

Construction Cost:
$7,942,807

Area:
New Construction 10,500 SF
Renovations 16,000 SF