Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)

The Medical Intensive Care Unit provides care for patients with a variety of serious medical conditions in a technologically advanced environment.

Patient Population

• Adult
• Respiratory Failure
• Liver Failure
• Acute Renal Failure
• Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
• Blood Disorders
• Oncology Disorders

Number of Beds

• 25

Nurse/Patient Ratio

• 1:2 is the standard
• 1:1 for extreme situations

Rotation/Shifts

• 12 hour shifts 7a-7p and 7p-7a
• Weekend only option available

Skill Mix

• Registered Nurse - 89%
• Patient Care Technician - 11%

Nursing Unit Orientation

• 12 weeks for new graduates
• Duration varies for experienced RNs