Professional Medical Care in the Comfort of Home
At Waystone, our Skilled Nursing Care services provide high-quality medical support delivered by licensed nursing professionals in the comfort and familiarity of home. We are committed to helping individuals maintain their health, independence, and quality of life while receiving personalized care tailored to their unique needs.
Our experienced nurses work closely with physicians, families, and care teams to develop individualized care plans that promote safety, recovery, and overall well-being. Skilled nursing services are designed for individuals who require ongoing medical attention, health monitoring, or specialized care due to illness, injury, disability, or chronic health conditions.
Who Can
Benefit?
Skilled Nursing Care may benefit individuals who:
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Are recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization -
Need medication management or health monitoring -
Require wound care or specialized treatments -
Have chronic medical conditions -
Need ongoing nursing support at home -
Require assistance managing complex healthcare needs
Benefits of
Skilled Nursing Care?
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Receive professional medical care at home -
Reduce unnecessary hospital visits -
Improve health outcomes and recovery -
Maintain independence and comfort -
Receive personalized, one-on-one attention -
Gain peace of mind for individuals and families
Our Skilled Nursing Services Include
Skilled nursing care is designed for individuals who require medical medical monitoring, treatment, or rehabilitation that can only be safely and effectively performed by licensed medical professionals. Skilled Nursing Care may benefit individuals who:
Comprehensive Health Assessments
Regular nursing assessments to monitor health status, identify concerns, and ensure care plans remain effective.
Medication Management
Support with medication administration, monitoring, education, and coordination with healthcare providers.
Wound Care
Professional wound assessment, treatment, and dressing changes to promote healing and prevent complications.
Chronic Disease Management
Support for individuals living with conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, respiratory illnesses, and other long-term health concerns.
Health Monitoring
Ongoing monitoring of vital signs, symptoms, and overall wellness to help maintain health and prevent complications.
Medical Coordination
Communication and collaboration with physicians, specialists, therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
Personal Care Support
Assistance with activities of daily living when appropriate as part of a comprehensive care plan.
Eligible
Members
Individuals may be eligible for nursing facility services if they meet the following requirements:
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Have been assessed and determined to require a nursing facility level of care. -
Reside in a Medicaid-certified nursing facility (NF) or board and care facility (BCH). -
Receive care in a facility that complies with state and federal regulations. -
Have physician-ordered nursing facility care. -
Complete and receive approval through the county preadmission screening process before admission. -
Meet Medicaid (MA) eligibility requirements for long-term care coverage.
Covered
Services
Medicaid (MHCP) covers room, board, and essential daily care for eligible members residing in a certified nursing facility or boarding care facility. Covered services include:
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Room and board accommodations -
Skilled nursing services -
Laundry and linen services -
Dietary and meal services -
Personal hygiene supplies (such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and shaving cream) -
Common over-the-counter medications and supplies used as needed (such as pain relievers, antacids, and cough medicine)
FAQs About The Service
Learn more about our Skilled Nursing Care services and how our licensed nursing professionals provide personalized medical support in the comfort of home. Below are answers to some of the most common questions individuals and families have about skilled nursing services.
What services are included in Skilled Nursing Care?
Services may include comprehensive health assessments, medication administration and monitoring, wound care, chronic disease management, vital sign monitoring, and coordination with physicians and other healthcare providers.
What is Skilled Nursing Care?
Skilled Nursing Care provides professional medical services delivered by licensed nurses in a home setting. Care may include health assessments, medication management, wound care, chronic disease support, and ongoing health monitoring.
How do I get started with Skilled Nursing Care?
Getting started is simple. Contact our team to discuss your needs, and we will work with you, your family, and healthcare providers to develop a personalized care plan that supports your health, safety, and independence.
Services may include comprehensive health assessments, medication administration and monitoring, wound care, chronic disease management, vital sign monitoring, and coordination with physicians and other healthcare providers.
Skilled Nursing Care provides professional medical services delivered by licensed nurses in a home setting. Care may include health assessments, medication management, wound care, chronic disease support, and ongoing health monitoring.
Getting started is simple. Contact our team to discuss your needs, and we will work with you, your family, and healthcare providers to develop a personalized care plan that supports your health, safety, and independence.
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Help connect individuals with the support they need. Complete the referral form below, and a member of our team will contact you to discuss available services and determine the best path forward.