Skilled nursing at home is medical care that must be delivered or supervised by a licensed nurse or therapist — and it can be provided right where the patient lives. It is different from personal or companion care, which focuses on help with daily activities.
What counts as "skilled" care?
- Health assessments and monitoring after a hospital stay
- Medication management and injections
- Wound, catheter and ostomy care
- IV and infusion therapy
- Physical, occupational and speech therapy
Signs your loved one may benefit
- A recent hospitalization, surgery or new diagnosis
- Several new or changed medications
- A wound that needs regular dressing changes
- Increasing difficulty walking, or recent falls
- A chronic condition such as CHF, COPD or diabetes that is hard to keep stable
Skilled home care usually starts with a physician's order. Our team can help coordinate with your doctor and complete a nursing assessment to build the right plan of care. Call us to talk through your situation — we are happy to help.