RN SCU

Unit Details: • Beds: 24-bed SCU • Patient Ratios: 1:3-4 • Census: Typically operates at 98-99% capacity. • Patient Population: o Patients requiring intermediate care between ICU and med/surg levels. o Common cases include post-cardiac procedures, stable ventilator weans, and telemetry monitoring. Unit Layout & Amenities: • Unit has a "U" shape layout. • Nursing station is centrally located on the floor for easy access to all patient rooms. • Pyxis machines are located at both ends of the hall for medication access. • Windows on each patient room allow visibility from the hallways. • One centralized clean supply area for staff convenience. Support Services: • The White Team (cardiology team) stays close to the unit, offering accessible support for cardiac patients. • CenTrack system is utilized to manage and silence alarms effectively, improving the care environment. General Information: • SCU nurses are responsible for providing care to patients who require close monitoring but are more stable than ICU patients. • Nurses should be comfortable with telemetry, managing post-surgical recovery, and providing support for patients transitioning out of critical care. • The unit's high census rates and diverse patient needs require strong organizational and multitasking skills.