Officials with Alberta Health Services have released a statement saying overnight nursing coverage has been secured for the emergency department (ED) at the Swan Hills Healthcare Centre, beginning Monday, April 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Staff with AHS have rescinded the previous Public Service Announcement issued on Monday, April 15, stating that the Swan Hills Healthcare Centre would be closed nightly from 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. until Monday, May 6, due to a lack of registered nursing staff and an inability to secure temporary coverage.
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Officials with AHS say they are grateful for the support of healthcare teams and would like to thank the community for their patience and understanding.