What is Skilled Home Healthcare?
It’s a type of in-home healthcare provided by a skilled nurse or aide who administers medical treatments. Your nurse or aide will visit your home on a regular basis to tend to your health needs.
Home healthcare is available for people of all ages. These services can help you recover from an illness or injury and retain your independence.
Types of Skilled Home Healthcare Services
Home healthcare addresses various medical and clinical needs. Your physician or healthcare provider must prescribe in-home skilled nursing, which is why it’s important to discuss home healthcare with your doctor.
Skilled home healthcare services include:
- Medication management
- Pain management
- Wound care
- Physical, occupational and speech therapies
- IV therapy
- Injections
- Nutrition counseling
- Respiratory assessment
- Cardiac care
- Disease education
- Caregiver education
Home healthcare isn’t the same as home care, which includes assistance with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, toileting and household chores.
What to Expect from Skilled Home Healthcare
Your physician will determine if you require at-home healthcare. They can refer you to an agency and establish contact.
The home healthcare agency determines which nurse has the personality and experience to tend to your needs. That nurse schedules an appointment at your home and assesses your physical and mental well-being and health goals.
Your nurse also discusses your medical history with your doctor to create an appropriate care plan. You will work together to make a schedule based on your doctor’s information and your preferences.
Your skilled nurse or aide may visit you a few times a week or once a day, depending on your condition and needs.
Benefits of Skilled Home Healthcare
Aging in place: Home healthcare helps you maintain your physical abilities and protect your mental health so you can live independently. You’ll get the skilled medical assistance you need and have access to the comforts of home.
Lower risk of readmittance: Your nurse will adhere to discharge orders and mitigate issues that could negatively impact your recovery.
Consistent care: You can rely on your nurse to deliver high-quality, personalized medical care. They’re available to discuss concerns, answer questions about your treatment and make adjustments promptly.
Care coordination: Your nurse stays in constant communication with your doctor and other specialists to update them on your progress and eliminate obstacles to your care. That coordination also supports consistency.
Reduce isolation: It’s common for patients to become close with their nurse, especially if they spend lots of time together. Socialization is important for your mental and emotional well-being and interacting with your nurse can lower your risk of depression and isolation.
Skilled Nursing from Ohioans Home Health & Hospice
You’ll find a dedicated team of skilled nurses at Ohioans Home Health & Hospice who are committed to helping you achieve your health goals. We work closely with you to establish a routine that addresses your medical requirements and personal preferences.
Contact us to learn more about our services.
