Unit Description:
- 30 patient beds; able to add more if census necessitates extra capacity
- Patients are primarily elective total joint replacement patients, however we do see fractures, rotator cuff repairs and any other orthopedic surgery or procedure that would require hospitalization.
- We provide a class for our total joint replacement patients prior to their surgery. This is conducted by a staff nurse, to educate our patients and their families on their upcoming surgery.
Contact the Unit Manager:
Kelly Gomez, Head Nurse
Shari Lecomte, Associate Head Nurse
Marlene Kisslinger, Unit Specific Educator
Educational Opportunities:
Various opportunities available, as well as ongoing educational opportunities that are provided through St. Luke's Department of Education.
Staffing Schedules:
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Weekend option
- PRN
- 4-, 8- and 12-hour shifts
- Days, evenings and nights
- Weekend requirement every third shift
- Self-scheduling available
Staff Mix:
- RN
- LPN
- Patient Care Technicians
- Unit Secretaries
- Social Worker
- Case Manager
- Pharmacist on the Unit
What makes us special?
This is a well-established orthopedic floor, with highly qualified, caring nurses, physical and occupational therapists and physicians. Total joint replacement is our specialty. We are very team-oriented on this division. This is a fast-paced surgical division, allowing individuals to learn and utilize a variety of nursing skills. We pride ourselves on providing the excellent quality care for which St. Luke's is known.
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