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Medical-Surgical Unit


The Medical/Surgical Unit or "1st Station" at Bradley County Medical Center provides acute and rehabilitative nursing care services to a variety of patients, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Rehabilitative services include wound care, Swing Bed, end-of-life care and post-surgical recovery.

BCMC's Med/Surg unit is characterized by a warm, friendly and caring atmosphere that stresses individual attention for all patients. This approach is reflected in outstanding patient satisfaction survey results.

The unit is staffed by a mixture of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nurses Aides and Ward Clerks.

Special features of the unit include Omni Cell medication administration, a central nursing station with computerized order entry, and Internet access. In 2013, refurbishing of patient rooms commenced. New patient communication boards were added in March of 2014. Continuing education for staff is provided by several means including direct in-service featuring our hospital staff and Physicians, web-based learning through UAMS' "Learn on Demand" and by Air Evac Lifeteam.

The Med/Surg unit also participates in nursing education by providing preceptorships for students at University of Arkansas at Monticello and South Arkansas Community College.

Med/Surg 1st Station is located in the front corridor of BCMC and has a mix of semiprivate and private rooms, with 25 total beds.

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BCMC Issues Urgent Call for Blood Donations at Upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive Feb. 23


Bradley County Medical Center is issuing an urgent appeal to the community for blood donations in its upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive scheduled for Friday, Feb. 23 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. The blood drive will take place in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic parking lot, located across the street from the ER entrance at the hospital.

Blood donations are down across the country as it’s hit a 20-year low so if you are able to donate, please come by and give blood on Feb. 23. Potential donors can reserve a time slot online through the donor portal on www.lifeshare.org. You do not have to make an appointment as walk-ins are encouraged. Every donor will receive a token of appreciation in the form of a long sleeve influencer shirt, while supplies last, for their selfless contribution. Together, the Warren community can ensure that local hospitals have the necessary resources to provide quality healthcare when it matters most.







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