Trauma Burn Nursing Unit (TBNU)

The Trauma Burn Nursing Unit provides care for patients requiring high-acuity support for trauma and burn injuries.

Patient Population

• Adult
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Recreational Accidents
• Gunshot Wounds
• Stab Wounds
• Occupational Accidents
• Thermal and Chemical Burns

Number of Beds

• 28 including 8 step-down beds

Nurse/Patient Ratio

• 1:4-5

Rotation/Shifts

• 12 hour shifts 7a-7p and 7p-7a
• Work every 4th weekend

Skill Mix

• Registered Nurse - 68%
• Patient Care Technician - 32%
• Step-down beds skill mix is 100% RN's

Nursing Unit Orientation

• 8-10 weeks