DOULA COLLABORATION AND SUPPORT

At Nor-Lea Hospital District, doulas are welcomed as valued members of the birthing support team who can provide continuous, non-clinical support that aligns with the organization’s mission to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. Through collaboration with patients and healthcare professionals, doulas contribute to empowering and respectful birth experiences.

Nor-Lea Hospital District recognizes the role of doulas as non-clinical support professionals and encourages teamwork among doulas, nurses, midwives, physicians, and other healthcare providers. This collaboration promotes clear communication, mutual respect, and a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for patients and families.

The presence of doulas may contribute to positive birth experiences and outcomes by providing:

  • Emotional support to patients and families

  • Physical comfort measures during labor and recovery

  • Informational support to help patients understand options and participate in informed decision-making

  • Culturally responsive and respectful care

  • Supportive collaboration with the healthcare team

Patients have the right to have a doula present. Nor-Lea Hospital District policies and procedures must be followed, designed to ensure patient safety, privacy, and high-quality care. Within their non-clinical role, doulas may:

  • Provide continuous emotional and physical support

  • Assist with comfort measures and coping techniques during labor

  • Support patient advocacy and informed decision-making

Nor-Lea Hospital District does not employ doulas nor assume financial responsibility for doula services. Any fees associated with doula services are the responsibility of the patient and are arranged directly between the patient and the doula.

NOTICE:

Nor-Lea makes every attempt to collect payment from patients before sending accounts to collections and may ask for personal information, including banking information. We understand it can be hard to decipher us from scam artists calling from what appears to be our number. While we are taking every measure to mitigate this issue and protect patient information, we encourage patients to hang up if the call feels suspicious and call us directly to verify legitimacy. Our staff in the Private Pay/Collections Department are ready to receive your call and answer your questions regarding your patient account.

Nor-Lea Private Pay/Collections Department 1600 N Main St | Lovington NM 88260 Phone: (575) 396-6611 ext. 1344

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NOTICE:

Effective January 1, 2026, Nor-Lea Hospital District will no longer accept Letters of Protection (LOPs) as a form of payment or financial guarantee for any health services provided at our facilities. Going forward, all patients will be required to make payment arrangements through traditional methods, including insurance, self-payment or other approved financial arrangements, prior to receiving services. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we implement this policy change. If you have any questions or need assistance regarding this change, please contact our office at 575-396-6611.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

This is to advise that the Nor-Lea Hospital District Board of Trustees will meet in Regular Session on March 25, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Nor-Lea Hospital District Pat Wise Conference Room located at 1600 North Main Ave., Lovington, NM

If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact David Shaw, CEO/Administrator at Nor-Lea General Hospital at least one week prior to the meeting or as soon as possible.  Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can be provided in various accessible formats.  Please contact David Shaw, CEO/Administrator at Nor-Lea General Hospital if a summary or other type of accessible format is needed.

All members of the public planning to attend must observe safe COVID-19 practices. 

The final board agenda will be posted here 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Public Documents, including the agenda and minutes can be obtained at Nor-Lea Hospital, 1600 N. Main Ave, Lovington, NM in the Administration Office.