Private Inpatient Rooms
Located on the Level 4 of Mercy Medical Center, the Perrine Oncology Inpatient Unit has distinguishing features designed to meet the special needs of cancer patients, including ongoing staff education and resources within the hospital to stay current with the latest in oncology-related care. Several nurses within Mercy have obtained oncology nurse certification. There is also the option of a double bed to allow a family to have closer contact during a patient's stay. Read more about the double bed initiative in this story featured in The Mercy Touch Magazine.
Studies have proven that patients’ length of stay is reduced, patients report less pain and smaller amounts of narcotics are used, and fewer medication errors are made in single-patient rooms.
- Mercy’s private rooms are especially family-friendly with hide-a-beds, Internet access, flat-screen televisions, CD/DVD players and automatic, window-covering controls in every room.
- Staff, patients and physicians experience the benefits of the thoughtfully designed patient room floor plan. Recessed entryway doors, alcoves with supplies for patient care and carpeted hallways contribute to the quieter environment and increased quality of care.
- Nurses have cut in half the number of steps they take per shift in caring for their patients due to the efficient floor and room design. Patients are directly connected to their specific nurse by a wireless, voice-activated communications system.
- Patients rest and sleep better, physicians can speak confidentially to patients, and visitors are able to relax without outside distractions.
