Skilled Nursing Care
When facing a terminal illness, many individuals prefer to remain in the comfort of their own homes. In-home hospice care, by Passion Hospice, allows patients to receive compassionate support surrounded by loved ones.
Skilled nursing care is part of this approach, providing medical expertise and emotional comfort.
The Role of Skilled Nursing Care in Hospice Care at Home
Skilled nurses are at the heart of hospice care, offering medical support that addresses the complex needs of patients with life-limiting illnesses. Their responsibilities include:
- Medical Management: Managing medications, managing pain, and monitoring symptoms to ensure patient comfort.
- Regular Assessments: Evaluating the patient’s condition and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Coordination with the Care Team: Collaborating with doctors, social workers, and other professionals to provide holistic care.
- Education and Support: Guiding patients and families through the hospice journey, answering questions, and offering emotional support.
Passion Hospice Provides Skilled Nursing Care in San Antonio, Universal City, Converse, Selma, Garden Ridge, Hollywood Park, Helotes, Fair Oaks Ranch, Bulverde, Live Oak, and surrounding areas.
At Passion Hospice Care, our skilled nurses are dedicated to delivering personalized care that respects each patient’s wishes and enhances their dignity.
Benefits of Skilled Nursing and CNA Services in In-Home Hospice Care
Enhanced Quality of Life
Personalized Care
Support for Families
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Their Impact on Daily Living
CNAs, also referred to as Hospice Aides, play an important role in hospice care at home by assisting with daily activities that patients may find challenging. Their support includes:
Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Bathing: Helping patients maintain personal hygiene through safe and comfortable bathing routines.
- Grooming: Assisting with hair care, skin care, and other grooming tasks to promote self-esteem and well-being.
- Dressing: Providing help with selecting appropriate clothing and dressing, ensuring patients are comfortable.
- Toileting and Incontinence Care: Offering respectful assistance with bathroom needs and managing incontinence to maintain dignity.
Emotional and Social Support
- Comfort Measures: Recognizing non-verbal cues and addressing discomfort promptly.
Support for Families
- Education: Teaching families how to perform certain care tasks safely.
CNAs are the compassionate hands that provide essential daily care, fostering a sense of normalcy and comfort for patients receiving hospice care at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Skilled nurses in hospice care are licensed professionals, such as Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners (NP), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), or Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), with specialized training in Hospice care. They have expertise in pain management, symptom control, and end of life care practices.
The frequency of visits depends on the patient’s needs and the care plan established. Skilled nurses may visit several times a week or daily if necessary, while CNAs might provide support on a regular schedule agreed upon with the family. Visit frequency will be decided upon by the patient, family, loved ones and the Hospice team. Visit schedules will vary from daily, weekly or monthly.
