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Summary
Brigade nursing offers Army Nurses a unique role in operational units, managing patient hold sections to enhance mission readiness. This position provides vital hands-on experience in deployed and garrison settings.
Area of Science:
- Military Health
- Nursing Practice
- Operational Medicine
Background:
- Brigade nursing presents a specialized role for Army Nurses within operational units.
- A single nurse supports up to 5,000 Soldiers, requiring autonomy and advanced skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the role and responsibilities of a brigade nurse.
- To highlight the impact of brigade nursing on mission effectiveness and readiness.
- To underscore the value of brigade nursing for career development in Army Nursing.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive analysis of the brigade nurse role.
- Examination of patient hold section responsibilities within Role II medical facilities.
- Discussion of clinical practice in deployed and garrison environments.
Main Results:
- The brigade nurse establishes and maintains the patient hold section, capable of holding 20 patients for short-term recovery (within 72 hours).
- This role significantly contributes to overall mission effectiveness and readiness in field/deployed settings.
- Brigade nurses provide critical care during deployments and in garrison, including during public health crises like COVID-19.
Conclusions:
- Brigade nursing is a crucial function that enhances medical support and operational readiness.
- The experience gained is invaluable for Army Nurses, potentially leading to advanced positions like Division Nurse.
- This role demonstrates the adaptability and essential contribution of nurses in diverse military healthcare settings.
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