District Nursing
This service provides skilled nursing care by fully qualified nurses who assist people during periods of illness or disability to remain in the comfort and security of their own homes.
The visiting nurse will also help clients retain independence by teaching them and/or their families to care for themselves. They can also advise on the purchase or hire of home aids and the availability of other services and social benefits.
What services are provided by District Nursing?
- Assistance with personal hygiene for clients with high care needs
- Injections
- Palliative Care
- Medication management
- Any other treatment as ordered by Medical Officer
- Rehabilitation
- Supportive Care
- Wound management
Referral
This service provides skilled nursing care by fully qualified nurses who assist people during periods of illness or disability to remain in the comfort and security of their own homes.
The visiting nurse will also help clients retain independence by teaching them and/or their families to care for themselves. They can also advise on the purchase or hire of home aids and the availability of other services and social benefits.
Cost
The service has a charge which the nurse will discuss with you on your first visit.
