What is Private Duty Nursing?

Private duty nursing, also known as private pay nursing or home health nursing, is a specialized form of healthcare service in which a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides one-on-one medical care to an individual in a private setting, such as the patient's home. Our Private duty nurses offer personalized and comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each of our patients.

 

Private Duty Services?

Private duty nursing services can include a wide range of medical care and support, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, managing medical equipment, providing wound care, assisting with activities of daily living, and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals. Our Private duty nurses offer specialized care for individuals with complex medical conditions or disabilities that require ongoing attention and assistance.

 

Benefits of Private Duty Nursing:

 

1. **Personalized Care**: Private duty nursing provides one-on-one care tailored to the specific needs of each individual, ensuring personalized attention and a customized care plan based on the patient's unique requirements.

 

2. **Comfort of Home**: Patients can receive high-quality nursing care in the comfort and familiarity of their own home, promoting a sense of security, independence, and well-being.

 

3. **Comprehensive Services**: Private duty nursing services encompass a wide range of medical and non-medical care, including medication management, wound care, monitoring of vital signs, assistance with daily activities, and specialized care for complex medical conditions.

 

4. **Consistency and Continuity**: With private duty nursing, patients benefit from consistent care from the same dedicated nurse or nursing team, fostering strong relationships and ensuring continuity of care.

 

5. **Family Support**: Private duty nursing can provide relief and support for family caregivers, allowing them to rest assured that their loved one is receiving professional and compassionate care. 

Pediatric school nursing provides one-on-one care for your child while they attend school. This allows for your child to get the right level of care and support in a school environment, while keeping them safe. Our nurses will coordinate with the school to best support the IEP.

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A child may qualify for private duty nursing services at home or school if that child has complex needs that include:

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• G-tube or NG-tube feedings with medicine administration

• Seizure diagnosis with skilled interventions

• Tracheotomy care​

• Oxygen dependent with additional skilled nursing needs​

• Ventilator dependency​

• Receives intravenous nutrition

WHAT IS GAPP SERVICES?

Georgia Pediatric Program
 

At A Loving Choice Healthcare, we understand that caring for a child with complex medical or daily living needs can require additional support for the entire family. The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) helps connect eligible children and young adults with in-home care and nursing services designed around their individual needs.

Through GAPP, eligible children may receive assistance with everyday activities such as feeding, bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, and medication support, as well as specialized care for children with more complex medical needs. Depending on the child's approved plan of care, services may include tracheostomy (Trach) care, G-tube care and feedings, respiratory support, and other skilled nursing services.

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In-Home Skilled Nursing

ALC Healthcare provides individualized in-home skilled nursing support for qualified children and young adults with medical needs, including those who require ongoing or complex care. Our experienced nursing professionals work alongside families to provide care in the comfort and familiarity of the child's home.

Our pediatric nursing support may include services such as G-tube care, tracheostomy care, ventilator and oxygen support, medication administration, monitoring, wound care, and other skilled services based on the child's medical needs and approved plan of care.

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Compassionate Care for the Whole Family

At A Loving Choice Healthcare, we believe families should not have to navigate complex care alone. Our team is committed to listening to parents and caregivers, understanding each child's unique needs, and providing dependable support that promotes safety, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

As an approved GAPP home health provider, ALC Healthcare works with families to help them understand the GAPP process and access services for which their child may qualify. Eligibility, services, and hours of care are determined by applicable program requirements, medical necessity, authorization, and the child's approved plan of care.

Whether your child needs assistance with everyday activities or requires more complex skilled nursing support, A Loving Choice Healthcare is here to provide skilled, personal, and caring support—right at home.

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