NicView™
NicView™ is an innovative small camera system placed at a baby's bedside with parental consent. NicView is installed in designated bed spaces in the NICU which allows parents, family and friends to view their infant in real-time, 24/7, through a secure on-line portal.
This service helps families develop that bond with their preemie or hospitalized infant even when they can’t be in the NICU with them. NicView can add peace of mind and provide reassurance when you can’t be at the infant's bedside.
The camera delivers a secure image stream for parents and family members to view their baby remotely. Family members can securely access NicView from anywhere there is an internet connection via a laptop, smartphone, or tablet. The service is compatible with any internet capable device and most popular browsers.
Owensboro Health Foundation provided the funding to purchase and install the NicView system in the NICU at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Now all 20 single-family rooms, located throughout the licensed Level III unit, are equipped with a camera at each isolette.
FAQs
Is NicView™ Secure?
How do I access NicView™?
Once you have signed a consent form to use the NicView™ Streaming Camera System, you will be provided a print-out with your unique log-in credentials. These credentials can also be emailed or texted to you and are for you to share with your family and friends if you desire.
Please remind family and friends not to share your log-in credentials with others without your permission.
To access private streaming images of your baby, go to: www.nicview.net
Enter your unique log-in User Name and Password to connect. The first time you or a family member log-in from a new computer, tablet, or smart phone, you may be asked to acknowledge a one-time consent.
What will I see?
Once you are logged in, you will start receiving streaming images of your baby.
However, if the nurse is caring for your baby, the camera may be temporarily ‘off-line’ in which case you will see an ‘off-line’ image. Please check back shortly. Remember, your baby’s care is the TOP priority and your baby’s image may be off-line frequently. Please be patient and know your baby is receiving great care.
Who do I contact for technical support?
What if I have technical trouble, need assistance logging in, or the camera needs to be adjusted?
NicView™ provides technical support 24/7 for family members. Please call 855-Nic-View (855-642-8439) for all your technical needs.
Helpful Information About NicView™ For Parents
- The intent of the camera is to be a comfort and connection for you and your family. If you find the NicView camera creates anxiety or is a distraction, please let the staff know and the camera can be turned off.
- Most of our cameras are pole mounted and can be moved as your baby moves. If you feel the camera lens needs to be repositioned, call the NicView technical service number at the bottom of the viewing screen. The camera lens can be repositioned remotely.
- If your baby has a blanket over his/her incubator to protect from ambient light, your view will be darkened.
- If your baby is under phototherapy, the color will be distorted.
- The camera will be off-line when care is being provided for your baby.
Things To Expect
- Your baby may have spit up
- Your baby may lose his/her pacifier
- Eye patches may slip or phototherapy may be turned off
- Your baby will not be available to view due to nursing/medical care
The care you see and experience when you are in the NICU is the same when your are home. Babies will move, cry, spit up and these are all natural baby responses. We ask for your patience during these times and please know your nurse is providing excellent care to your baby.
NicView™ Support Line 855-NICVIEW (855-642-8439).