barney1321

I could realy use some help. Our PACU submitted a proposal to become a self contained unit, but our nurse manager is blocking the proposal from several angles. We are regrouping to resubmit. I see from postings that several of you have either managed this type of unit or worked in a self contained unit. I would appreciate feedback related to how did you unit operate in a hospital where other units were open. What did you base your structure pln on and any pros &/or cons with a self contained unit. Thank you so much.

We are meeting resistance from management in setting up a self contained unit in PACU. I would greatly appreciate feedback regarding how your unit transitioned to a self contained unit, along with any positives or negatives you encountered along the way. Thank you very much for any help you can offer. Posted by: nurs4kids Original Content:

I am a chair for a nursing practice council in a small inhospital PACU. We are frequently be told we have to float to endoscopy or other like units like phase II recovery & pre admissions. The staff are frustrated because we never get assistance when we are short staffed. We do have areas where the staff could help without PACU level I recovery skills. Our nurse manager is very close minded to making out unit a closed/self contained unit. We are already working extra to cover our areas & holding for surgery. Would greatly appreciate some suggestions regarding standard format & expectations for this type of unit. Any pros or cons that your unit has encountered would also be appreciated. Thank you Posted by: khartz Original Content: