The Med/Surg Telemetry units at Bassett Medical Center encompassing Med 2 and Med 3 provide comprehensive care for patients with medical surgical and telemetry needs. Nurses in these units should have a strong foundation in med/surg nursing be skilled in telemetry monitoring and be adept at managing a diverse patient population. These units offer an engaging environment for nurses who can balance the demands of complex care in a high-acuity setting. Unit Structure and Ratios: Med 2 - 24 beds includes patients with both med/surg and stroke care needs med 2 functions as a combined med/surg and stroke unit specializing in monitoring and supporting stroke patients Med 3 - 34 beds designated as a general med/surg telemetry unit Ratios - Typically 6:1 Patient Population: GI issues cardiac conditions renal conditions confusion and altered mental status
The Med/Surg Telemetry units at Bassett Medical Center encompassing Med 2 and Med 3 provide comprehensive care for patients with medical surgical and telemetry needs. Nurses in these units should have a strong foundation in med/surg nursing be skilled in telemetry monitoring and be adept at managing...
The Med/Surg Telemetry units at Bassett Medical Center encompassing Med 2 and Med 3 provide comprehensive care for patients with medical surgical and telemetry needs. Nurses in these units should have a strong foundation in med/surg nursing be skilled in telemetry monitoring and be adept at managing a diverse patient population. These units offer an engaging environment for nurses who can balance the demands of complex care in a high-acuity setting. Unit Structure and Ratios: Med 2 - 24 beds includes patients with both med/surg and stroke care needs med 2 functions as a combined med/surg and stroke unit specializing in monitoring and supporting stroke patients Med 3 - 34 beds designated as a general med/surg telemetry unit Ratios - Typically 6:1 Patient Population: GI issues cardiac conditions renal conditions confusion and altered mental status
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