Alicia Myers - Transitional Care Program

In this episode of the Redefining Rural Healthcare podcast, Shonda Helgeson, Chief Nursing Officer at Western Wisconsin Health, introduces Alicia Myers, the Inpatient Services Manager. Alicia discusses her role and the services provided by the Transitional Care Unit (TCU) at Western Wisconsin Health. The TCU, also known as the swing bed program, offers care for patients who are not acutely ill but need additional support before returning home. Myers highlights the personalized care, state-of-the-art equipment, and comprehensive rehabilitation services available. The episode aims to raise awareness about the TCU as a viable option for patients in need of extended care after an acute hospital stay.