Skilled Nursing Care
Medication Management
- Administering oral, injectable, or IV medications
- Monitoring for side effects and drug interactions
- Managing insulin injections and blood glucose monitoring
Wound Care
- Dressing changes for surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, or burns
- Assessing wound healing and infection signs
- Irrigating wounds or applying topical treatments
IV Therapy
- Maintaining peripheral IV lines
- Administering IV fluids, antibiotics, or chemotherapy
- Monitoring infusion sites for complications
Respiratory Care
- Managing tracheostomies (suctioning, changing ties)
- Administering nebulizer treatments or oxygen therapy
- Monitoring respiratory status and ventilator support
If you or your loved one needs chronic care management, support after a hospital or rehab stay, or prefers to avoid a skilled nursing facility, our private duty nursing offers a solution with skilled nurses who are direct hires.
Understanding Private Duty Skilled Care
Tube Feeding & Nutrition
- Inserting and maintaining nasogastric (NG) or PEG tubes
- Administering enteral feedings and flushing tubes
- Monitoring for aspiration or nutritional deficiencies
Catheter & Ostomy Care
- Inserting, changing, or irrigating urinary catheters
- Managing colostomy or ileostomy appliances
- Preventing infections and ensuring proper function
Vital Signs & Monitoring
- Regularly assessing blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
- Recognizing and reporting acute changes in condition
Post-Surgical/Acute Care
- Pain management and post-op mobility assistance
- Drain management (e.g., Jackson-Pratt)
- Rehabilitation support coordination
These tasks are performed by registered nurses (RNs) or licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and can be matched to your loved one's specific needs through our registry referrals.
Nurses can train family members and privately hired caregivers to perform various skilled tasks to assist with patient care at home, provided the tasks are safe, appropriate, and within the scope of the individual’s ability to learn and execute. These tasks often focus on supporting daily living, monitoring health, and maintaining safety while ensuring the patient’s comfort and well-being.