Acute Care Units

Vascular Surgery Unit (VSU) – 5 South Pavilion

VSU is an 18-bed intermediate care unit specializing in the care of patients with vascular disorders or disease. Invasive monitoring and telemetry are available for patients undergoing surgical interventions such as abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy or peripheral vascular bypass surgery. A multidisciplinary team, including patients and family, work together to promote recovery and the return to optimal health. Sandra Webb, BS, RN is the nurse manager for the unit.

Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care (CCVU) – 7 East Pavilion

CCVU, a 30-bed telemetry unit, offers patients the most up-to-date treatments and innovations in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery procedures available. Serving as a step down unit for the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, CCVU provides collaborative care for the following.

• Post open heart surgery (both CABG and valve)
• Aortic aneurysm repair
• Thoracotomy and other thoracic surgeries

Other post surgical cardiovascular and thoracic procedures patients, as well as other monitored patients requiring cardiac diagnostic test, treatments, infusions and observation are admitted to this unit. Jada Bates, BSN, RN, is the nurse manager for this area.

Medical Cardiology – 8 East Pavilion

Medical Cardiology, a 30-bed unit, is dedicated to the care of patients with coronary artery disease requiring medical management and/or interventional treatment. Our patients require acute nursing care, including ongoing assessment, cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia recognition and medication administration. Some frequent diagnoses admitted to Medical Cardiology include the following.

• S/P Angioplasty or Coronary Stent
• Myocardial Infarction
• Chest Pain
• Congestive Heart Failure

The nursing staff maintains a close relationship with the Cardiac Catheterization Center in order to accommodate the increasing volume of patients undergoing procedures requiring extended observation. A multidisciplinary approach, including care management, clinical nutrition, pharmacy and cardiac rehabilitation, helps to plan for discharge in this population who often are hospitalized less than 24 hours. Wendy Franklin, BSN, RN, is the nurse manager on this floor.

Pulmonary Medicine – 9 East Pavilion

This 30-bed, telemetry step down unit consists predominately of patients with respiratory diseases. Patients on this floor are presented with a wide range of medical pathophysiology including the following.

• Pneumonia
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases
• Diabetes
• Atherosclerotic Heart Disease
• Vascular Insuffiency
• Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• Cancer of the lung, larynx, throat and tongue

The multidisciplinary team of 9 East consists of a nurse manager, professional registered nursing staff, clinical pharmacist, respiratory therapist, clinical dietitian, care manager and physical therapist. The cohesion of this team creates a stimulating atmosphere with focus on education, discharge planning and preventative care. These team members are committed to maintaining optimal patient outcomes. Jean Fitzgerald, BSN, RN, is the nurse manager for this floor.