Skilled Care

Specialized healthcare services provided by trained professionals, such as nurses or therapists, requiring clinical expertise and medical knowledge.

 

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

A healthcare professional who provides skilled care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician, assisting with tasks such as medication administration and patient monitoring.

 

Registered Nurse (RN):

A highly trained and licensed healthcare professional capable of providing skilled care, including assessment, planning, and direct patient care.

 

Therapeutic Services:

Skilled care interventions provided by physical therapists, occupational therapists, or speech therapists to promote recovery, improve mobility, or enhance communication.

 

Home Health Care:

Skilled care services delivered in a patient’s home, allowing individuals to receive necessary medical attention while maintaining a familiar environment.

 

Wound Care:

Skilled nursing interventions focused on the assessment, treatment, and management of wounds, promoting optimal healing and preventing complications.

Intravenous (IV) Therapy:

Skilled care involving the administration of medications, fluids, or nutrition directly into the bloodstream through an intravenous line, commonly performed by nurses.

 

Respiratory Therapy:

Skilled care provided by respiratory therapists to assess and treat patients with respiratory conditions, including administering breathing treatments and managing ventilator support.

 

Rehabilitation Services:

Skilled care programs, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, aimed at restoring or improving a patient’s functional abilities and independence.

 

Durable Medical Equipment (DME):

Skilled care involving the provision and maintenance of specialized medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers, or oxygen devices, to support patient needs.