Investment brings more than 75 new clinical positions
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – March 5, 2026 – Parkview Health today announced substantial investments in women’s and children’s services at Parkview Hospital Randallia, including the construction of a Level II Special Care Nursery (SCN) and an expansion of the Family Birthing Center (FBC) to support growing maternity volumes. The multimillion‑dollar project will enhance access to high‑quality maternity and newborn care for families across the region.
With construction set to begin in May 2026, the estimated $10.8 million project includes a Level II Special Care Nursery spanning approximately 6,300 square feet with 12 private rooms and 14 beds – two of which will be dedicated to twins. The FBC expansion will add six postpartum rooms across approximately 7,300 square feet, each expected to support up to 100 additional deliveries annually.
“Over the past several years, the Parkview Regional Medical Center NICU has undergone multiple expansions, yet the community’s need for higher‑level newborn care continues to grow,” said Dr. Tony GiaQuinta, physician leader for children’s services at Parkview Health. “Our commitment is simple: every newborn who requires critical care should have immediate access to the services they need, close to home. Adding a Level II SCN at Randallia allows us to care for more babies who need additional support, while ensuring those requiring intensive care can be rapidly transferred to PRMC’s NICU.”
Following completion of the nursery, Parkview will request state designation of the Randallia Family Birthing Center as a Level II Obstetrics Center, advancing from its current Level I designation. This upgrade will allow the facility to care for mothers as early as 32 weeks gestation who do not require intensive care.
Once achieved, the hospital will offer the first Level II Special Care Nursery within the Parkview Health system.
“Since the midwives moved to Randallia in 2023, we’ve seen remarkable momentum,” said Dr. Thomas Miller, physician executive for women’s services at Parkview Health. “To continue providing exceptional, patient‑centered care, we must grow with the families we serve. This expansion gives us the space and resources needed today and positions us for the increased volume we anticipate as we advance to a Level II Birthing Center.”
To support the expanded services, Parkview anticipates hiring approximately 60 new RN, patient care technician (PCT) and respiratory therapist full‑time equivalents, equating to an estimated 75+ individuals. Additional recruitment is expected for roles including neonatal nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists. Those interested in career opportunities can explore openings at parkview.com/careers.
“This investment strengthens our ability to care for families across northern Indiana and northwest Ohio,” said Dr. Miller. “Expanding the Family Birthing Center and adding Level II newborn services ensures that more mothers and babies can receive the care they need.”
Dr. GiaQuinta added, “Families should have access to specialized maternity or newborn care. By expanding these services at Randallia, we are building a stronger, more accessible system for the next generation.”
Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2026; Hagerman will serve as the contractor.
For more information about Parkview Health’s women’s and children’s services, visit parkview.com.
