Awards and Recognitions

At Lompoc Valley Medical Center, we are proud to be recognized for our commitment to safe, high-quality care for mothers and newborns. These awards reflect the dedication of our skilled team and our ongoing efforts to create a supportive, evidence-based birthing environment. When you choose LVMC, you’re choosing a facility that meets—and exceeds—national standards for maternal and infant safety.

BETA Quest for Zero Award

Lompoc Valley Medical Center’s Birthing Center has achieved the prestigious Quest for Zero: OB recognition from BETA Healthcare Group, California’s largest provider of professional liability coverage for hospitals. This award is part of BETA’s risk-reduction program designed to improve safety and outcomes in obstetrical care.

To earn this recognition, hospitals must meet strict criteria that demonstrate a strong commitment to maternal safety, including:

Regular participation in staff training and emergency obstetric drills
Implementation of evidence-based practices to prevent obstetric-related injuries
Ongoing quality improvement initiatives in maternal and fetal care
Data reporting and compliance with program benchmarks

Receiving the Quest for Zero: OB award means our team has gone above and beyond to create a safe, supportive environment for every birthing experience. This recognition underscores our dedication to reducing preventable harm and continuously improving care for mothers and babies.

National Safe Sleep Certification

Lompoc Valley Medical Center is proud to be recognized as a Silver Certified Safe Sleep Hospital by Cribs for Kids®, a national organization dedicated to preventing sleep-related infant deaths through education and safe sleep practices.

This certification demonstrates our commitment to promoting and modeling the American Academy of Pediatrics’ safe sleep guidelines, which are essential in reducing the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death.

To earn this certification, LVMC met specific criteria, including:

Educating all parents on safe sleep practices before discharge
Training our staff on evidence-based infant sleep safety
Providing consistent modeling of safe sleep behaviors in the hospital
Distributing educational materials and safe sleep products to families

As part of our safe sleep program, every family receives a Halo® sleep swaddle at discharge and support from our nursing staff on how to use it correctly. We are proud to help every family leave our hospital informed and equipped to create a safe sleep environment at home.