Surgical Oncology (Marburg 2)

Postoperative care for patients who have undergone gastrointestinal, plastic and oncology surgeries. We practice patient- and family-centered care, allowing family members to room in and participate in the care provided. All patient rooms are private. A family lounge and resource area support our patient- and family-centric environment.

Patient Population

• Ages 18 and up
• Diagnoses include pancreatic or liver cancer, GI surgery for both malignant and nonmalignant diagnoses, and various plastic surgeries
• Average length of stay: 3 to 6 days

Number of Beds

• 15

Nurse/Patient Ratio

• 1:4-6

Rotation/Shifts

• 8 or 12 hours
• Most staff rotate a.m. and p.m. shifts, with about 35 percent rotation to p.m. shifts

Skill Mix

• 75 percent RN
• 25 percent clinical associates

Orientation

• 6 to 8 weeks
• New Grads: SPRING Program

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