What Medical Services Are Included in Home-Based Skilled Nursing Care?
Home-based skilled nursing care delivers a wide range of medical services right to the senior’s door, ensuring high-quality, hospital-level support without leaving home. Provided by licensed RNs or LVNs under physician supervision, these services are customized to each patient’s health needs and recovery goals. Here’s a comprehensive overview of medical services included in skilled nursing home care:
Wound Care and Post-Surgical Recovery
- Assessment, cleaning, and dressing of wounds, incisions, or pressure sores
- Monitoring for infection and promoting optimal healing
Medication Management
- Administering oral, injectable, or intravenous medications
- Setting up pill organizers and ensuring proper dosage and timing
- Managing complex medication regimens for chronic diseases
IV Therapy and Injections
- Starting and monitoring intravenous therapies for hydration, antibiotics, or pain management
- Giving necessary injections and monitoring reactions
Catheter and Ostomy Care
- Insertion, maintenance, and education on catheter or ostomy care
- Monitoring for complications and training family caregivers
Chronic Disease Management
- Monitoring vital signs and symptoms for conditions like diabetes, COPD, heart failure
- Education on disease management and healthy lifestyle choices
Patient and Family Education
- Training on wound care, medication administration, and use of medical equipment
- Education for families on what signs or symptoms to watch for
Other Specialized Services
- Pain management and palliative care
- Tube feeding and nutrition support
- Coordinating with physical, occupational, or speech therapists
For a full list of medical services included in home-based skilled nursing, visit our Home Health Care resource page.
