MercyOne Children’s Hospital, located within MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, is Iowa’s leading children’s hospital, serving more than 60,000 patients annually. It offers comprehensive pediatric care, including a 24/7 pediatric emergency department, a dedicated pediatric intensive care unit, the state’s largest Level III NICU, and a full range of pediatric subspecialties. The hospital is known for its advanced technology, family-centered care, and commitment to serving all children, including the most vulnerable. MercyOne Children’s Hospital is a not-for-profit, Catholic institution and a member of the Children’s Hospital Association, with a legacy of compassionate care dating back to 1893

• 24/7 Pediatric Emergency Department

• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) – largest in Iowa

• Pediatric cardiac surgery (highest volume in Iowa)

• Pediatric subspecialty clinics (cardiology, neurology, gastroenterology, surgery, psychiatry, etc.)

• Inpatient pediatric unit with child life specialists

• Pediatric urgent care and outpatient services

• On-unit Ronald McDonald House for family support

• Commitment to The Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals

• Continuous quality improvement and transparent reporting

• High patient and family satisfaction, with child-friendly environments

• Multidisciplinary care teams and evidence-based practices

• Recognized for clinical excellence, safety, and outcomes

Mission:

• Serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

• Transform the health of our communities through compassionate, healing ministry

Vision:

• Become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve.

• Be the most trusted health partner for life

• $200,000 grant from Variety – the Children’s Charity for pediatric cardiac equipment

• $129,000 grant from Variety for pediatric emergency department renovations

• $1 million donation for NICU enhancements

• Women’s Choice Award – Best Children’s Hospital

• Member of the Children’s Hospital Association (CHA)

• Level II Pediatric Trauma Center (American College of Surgeons)

• Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report (MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center)

• High performing in multiple pediatric and surgical specialties

• Recognized for lowest pediatric cardiac surgery mortality rate in Iowa (1% vs. 2.9% national average)